Aquatic invasive species and related impacts on native biota in Indonesia

Surya Gentha Akmal

Doctoral thesis

Abstract:

The research on aquatic invasive species and how they are impacting Indonesian native biota has revealed the serious ramifications that the introduction of invasive species has on Indonesian freshwater and marine ecosystems. This study highlighted the escalating problems caused by invasive species, in terms of both biodiversity and the entire ecosystem. This research has shown the aquatic invasive species introduced into Indonesian waters can successfully compete with indigenous biota for limited resources. They commonly have strong competitive advantages allowing them to spread out rapidly and occupy habitats that were previously inhabited by native species. In some cases, the invasive species can completely replace indigenous species, resulting in a dramatic decrease in biodiversity. The research also brings to the attention the importance of invasive species control and prevention efforts. With meticulous research and monitoring efforts, it is possible for scientists to identify new invasive species entering Indonesian waters and take necessary actions to prevent their spread. The controlling of existing invasive species is also necessary to reduce their impact on native biota and ecosystems. Overall, the study on aquatic invasive species and their impacts on Indonesian native biota highlights the significance of raising consciousness and protecting the biodiversity of Indonesian waters. The conservation, surveillance and controlling of invasive species should be improved to protect indigenous species and ensure the ecosystem balance in Indonesian waters.

Keywords

Indigenous biota, Invasive Alien Species, Biodiversity, Conservation, Management control, Ecosystem balance, Asia, Southeast Asia

Language used: English

Date on which the thesis was submitted / produced: 29. 5. 2023

Thesis defence

• Supervisor: doc. Ing. Jiří Patoka, Ph.D. DiS.
• Reader: Miloslav Petrtýl, Ph.D., Ing., Martin Rulík, externi, Elena Tricarico, externi

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague

Faculty of Agrobiology, Food and Natural Resources

Doctoral programme:
Applied Zoology