14:32 14 June 2023
Invasive species cause increasing losses in Europe
The spread of invasive species on new territories poses a significant threat to local ecosystems and human well-being. Scientists have estimated the costs of such ecological disruptions for the European Union (EU). The study, published in the journal "Environmental Sciences Europe," sheds light on the drastic economic costs resulting from biological invasions within the EU. The researchers emphasize that the EU is vulnerable to thousands of invasive species introduced by humans from various regions. The study highlights the urgent need for coordinated international actions to prevent and mitigate the effects of biological invasions in the EU and worldwide.
Immediate measures should be taken to improve cost reporting, identify the most concerning economic consequences, and address the global threat posed by invasive species.
Source: PAP
