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The Mediterranean is being invaded by hundreds of species of fish, jellyfish, shrimp and other marine species. As water temperatures rise, the Mediterranean sea is experiencing"

author:Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

The Mediterranean is being invaded by hundreds of species of fish, jellyfish, shrimp and other marine species. As water temperatures rise, the Mediterranean Sea is undergoing a process of "tropicalization", largely to blame for climate change.

Once colonized, non-native species may replace native species, altering the ecosystem around them, potentially economically impacting fisheries and tourism, and even endangering human health. For example, six toxic non-native fish species, such as puffer fish, lionfish and several jellyfish species, that can lead to human poisoning if exposed to or ingested from food.

@FAO is looking for new ways to turn invasive species into opportunities. In southwestern Turkey, for example, invasive species account for 80% of catches in some areas, and fishermen are gradually exploring new consumer and export markets for species such as lionfish, sea urchins and sea bream. In Tunisia, two non-native blue crabs that originally threaten traditional fisheries have produced a lucrative source of income. Learn more 👉 links to the web page

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The Mediterranean is being invaded by hundreds of species of fish, jellyfish, shrimp and other marine species. As water temperatures rise, the Mediterranean sea is experiencing"
The Mediterranean is being invaded by hundreds of species of fish, jellyfish, shrimp and other marine species. As water temperatures rise, the Mediterranean sea is experiencing"
The Mediterranean is being invaded by hundreds of species of fish, jellyfish, shrimp and other marine species. As water temperatures rise, the Mediterranean sea is experiencing"

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