October 9, 2025NeoBiotaOpen Access

First insights into the scale of invasions in African marine protected areas: leveraging global databases and citizen science data

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Analysis reveals the presence of invasive species threatening marine protected areas, suggesting urgent monitoring needs.

A total of 27 invasive species were recorded within 17 marine protected areas across seven African countries.
Utilizing data from global databases and citizen science enhances understanding of marine invasions in under-researched regions.
Nine MPAs were found to host species with significant impact levels, highlighting urgent management challenges.
Leveraging diverse data sources lays the groundwork for efficient monitoring programs to manage invasive species.

Ackland et al. (2025) studied this question.

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