Toward invasive mussel genetic biocontrol: Approaches, challenges, and perspectives
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Abstract
Invasive freshwater mussels, such as the zebra (Dreissena polymorpha), quagga (Dreissena rostriformis bugensis), and golden (Limnoperna fortunei) mussel have spread outside their native ranges throughout many regions of the North American, South American, and European continents in recent decades, damaging infrastructure and the environment. This review describes ongoing efforts by multiple groups to develop genetic biocontrol methods for invasive mussels. First, we provide an overview of genetic biocontrol strategies that have been applied in other invasive or pest species. Next, we summarize physical and chemical methods that are currently in use for invasive mussel control. We then describe the multidisciplinary approaches our groups are employing to develop genetic biocontrol tools for invasive mussels. Finally, we discuss the challenges and limitations of applying genetic biocontrol tools to invasive mussels. Collectively, we aim to openly share information and combine expertise to develop practical tools to enable the management of invasive freshwater mussels.
| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | Toward invasive mussel genetic biocontrol: Approaches, challenges, and perspectives |
| Series title | iScience |
| DOI | 10.1016/j.isci.2023.108027 |
| Volume | 26 |
| Issue | 10 |
| Year Published | 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Elsevier |
| Contributing office(s) | Columbia Environmental Research Center, Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center |
| Description | 108027, 17 p. |
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