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Activities and vectors responsible for the biological pollution in the Taranto Seas (Mediterranean Sea, southern Italy): a review

  • Integrated environmental characterization of the contaminated marine coastal area of Taranto, Ionian Sea (southern Italy) - the RITMARE Project
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Biological pollution, caused by the negative impact of alien species, also known as non-indigenous species (NIS), is regarded as one of the greatest threat to marine ecosystems. The recent upsurge in the number and spread of these species drew attention to putative vectors such as shipping and shellfish importation for culture and consumption. The port of Taranto in Southern Italy is a hub for several vectors as it serves commercial and military shipping, fishing and recreational boating, in addition to shellfish importation. An analysis of anthropogenic activities and possible vectors in Taranto Seas was recently carried out within the framework of the RITMARE Project, involving local stakeholders. Different categories of stakeholders answered dedicated questionnaires with a high degree of reticence, and this highlighted a general lack of awareness of the problems associated with alien species. Consequently, there is a strong need to instil a truly ecological awareness among the general public and stakeholders.

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Research carried out within the framework of the Flagship Project “RITMARE-Italian Research for the sea” (financed by the Italian Ministry of Instruction, University and Research). The authors would like to thank Anthony Green of Bari University for kindly reviewing the English of the manuscript. Sincere thanks to Dr. Bella Galil and two anonymous referees for their constructive suggestions that improved the earliest version of the manuscript.

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Cecere, E., Petrocelli, A., Belmonte, M. et al. Activities and vectors responsible for the biological pollution in the Taranto Seas (Mediterranean Sea, southern Italy): a review. Environ Sci Pollut Res 23, 12797–12810 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-015-5056-8

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