Drosophila nasuta (Diptera, Drosophilidae) in Brazil: a decade of invasion and occupation of more than half of the country
TEREZA CRISTINA DOS SANTOS L. MARTINS,
MARIA DE FÁTIMA SEVERINA DOS SANTOS,
MANUELLA MARIA S. SANTOS
et al.
Abstract:As a result of human activities and natural dispersal, exotic species can be brought to new areas, where they become established and spread, becoming invaders.These species are responsible for the loss of biodiversity and cause ecosystemic harm throughout the world. In this paper, we report the rapid, broad geographic expansion of the invasive fly Drosophila nasuta in Brazil. An 84% increase was found in its area of occupation in the country compared to previous studies. The present data reveal its arrival to … Show more
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