Curbing the Major and Growing Threats from Invasive Alien Species is Urgent and Achievable
Abstract
Publication: Nature Acology & Evolution
Invasive alien species (IAS) present a significant and escalating threat to global biodiversity, ecosystem services, sustainable development, and human well-being. Despite international commitments, such as the Convention on Biological Diversity's Aichi Target 9, progress in managing IAS has been insufficient. The recent report by the Intergovernmental Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) offers comprehensive evidence of the impacts of IAS and proposes feasible strategies for their management.
The report emphasizes the necessity of robust biosecurity measures, early detection systems, rapid response mechanisms, and effective eradication and control programs. It also highlights the importance of international collaboration, adequate funding, and public awareness to address the challenges posed by IAS. Implementing these approaches is critical to mitigate the adverse effects of invasive species and to protect biodiversity and ecosystem health globally.
