Introduced species, also known as alien or exotic species, are a proven means to increase production and value from aquatic ecosystems. They are also recognized as a significant threat to aquatic biodiversity. Resource managers, the fishery and aquaculture sectors and policy-makers must balance the benefits versus the risks of using introduced species; accurate information is essential. This CD-ROM contains a variety of information, including guidelines, codes of practice, international instruments, publications and considerations that will facilitate responsible use and control of introduces species. A main feature is the Database on Introduction of Aquatic Species (DIAS) that contains over 5 000 records of international introductions of aquatic species. [System requirements (including database installation): Windows®95/98/NT2000/XP; browser Internet Explorer® 4.0+, Netscape® Navigator® 4.0+, or equivalent; RAM: preferably over 128MB; Free disc space: 60MB]
Introduced species, also known as alien or exotic species, are a proven means to increase production and value from aquatic ecosystems. They are also recognized as a significant threat to aquatic biodiversity. Resource managers, the fishery and aquaculture sectors and policy-makers must balance the benefits versus the risks of using introduced species; accurate information is essential. This CD-ROM contains a variety of information, including guidelines, codes of practice, international instruments, publications and considerations that will facilitate responsible use and control of introduces species. A main feature is the Database on Introduction of Aquatic Species (DIAS) that contains over 5 000 records of international introductions of aquatic species. [System requirements (including database installation): Windows®95/98/NT2000/XP; browser Internet Explorer® 4.0+, Netscape® Navigator® 4.0+, or equivalent; RAM: preferably over 128MB; Free disc space: 60MB]
Introduced Species in Fisheries and Aquaculture: Information For Responsible Use and Control
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Introduced Species in Fisheries and Aquaculture: Information For Responsible Use and Control
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Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9789251055991 |
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| Publisher: | Food & Agriculture Organization of the United Nations |
| Publication date: | 11/28/2006 |
| Pages: | 1 |
| Product dimensions: | 4.90(w) x 5.50(h) x 0.40(d) |