Marine Bioinvasion Monitoring
Marine bioinvasion monitoring is the process of tracking and studying the introduction and spread of non-native marine species into new environments. These invasive species can disrupt ecosystems, outcompete native organisms, and cause significant economic damage.
What are Marine Bioinvasions?
Bioinvasions happen when species are transported and establish themselves in places they don't naturally belong. If these newcomers harm native species and ecosystems, they're called invasive species.
You might hear terms like "alien," "non-indigenous," or "non-native" species. These species were introduced to a new area but aren't necessarily causing problems.
On the other hand, "invasive" or "invasive alien" species are introduced species that are harmful to the new environment.
Marine Bioinvasion Monitoring Indonesia
Become an observer at iNaturalist and help Indonesian researchers keep track of marine organisms in different regions!
With the support of INVASIVESNET, we’ve started an iNaturalist project to monitor often-overlooked marine life. We need your help as divers and snorkelers to identify and track these creatures.
How can you help?
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Upload your underwater photos: Share your pictures of sponges, sea squirts, bryozoans, mussels, clams, barnacles, and algae to your iNaturalist profile.
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Expand our reach: If you dive in an Indonesian region not currently part of our project, let us know so we can include it.
Curious to see what's been found? Check out our iNaturalist umbrella project.