Optimal Management of a Potential Invader: The Case of Zebra Mussels in Florida

Lee, Donna J.; Adams, Damian C.; Rossi, Frederick J.

doi:10.1017/s1074070800028959

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“…Results from Lee et al (2007) are extended and compared with two recent additions to the management portfolio for zebra mussels: (1) Zequanox, and (2) hot wash stations at boat ramps.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…For a detailed description of these management tools, see Lee et al (2007). We investigate the value of adopting two emerging technologies to help manage ZM under the same conditions explored by Lee et al: hot wash stations and Zequanox.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Few of the ZM policy alternatives have been assessed for effectiveness of prevention, costs, and other salient features needed for decision-support. We extend the work by Lee et al (2007) to include emerging ZM management technologies.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…A study by Lee et al (2007) estimated that the probability of a severe infestation in Lake Okeechobee ranges from 2 to 98%, depending on the level of monitoring, arrival prevention, and response planning. The authors found that with an overall management strategy that included an annual prevention and monitoring program costing $152,000 per year, the net gain in avoided damages and eradication costs would total $188 million over 20 years.…”

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Technology adoption and mitigation of invasive species damage and risk: application to zebra mussels

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2011

J Bioecon

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Using a bio-economic model of zebra mussels (Dreissena polymorpha), we examine the expected economic value of prevention, control and eradication alternatives for the freshwater mussel in Lake Okeechobee (Florida, USA). We include two emerging technologies for zebra mussel (ZM) control: (1) a natural pesticide called Zequanox, and (2) hot wash stations at boat ramps. We employ water management district data, user data collected via a phone survey, and mitigation expenditures from infested locations elsewhere to estimate the potential damage from the introduction of zebra mussels in Florida. Methods used include static cost transfer estimation, econometric cost estimation, and stochastic-dynamic simulation. We use our bio-economic model to compare costs and risks with and without the emerging technologies. We also consider the impact of technology adoption rates by anglers, management policy efficacy, and opportunity costs associated with ZM control. Results indicate that, without investment in prevention, there is a very high probability that Florida waterways will be infested with zebra mussels by year 2025, and expected environmental damages and management costs are high. Slow response due to poor detection methods or insufficient control efforts will lead to a moderate probability of a significant infestation. Rapid reaction and enhanced prevention efforts are expected to greatly reduce the probability of ZM infesting Lake Okeechobee by 2025, and to generate much higher expected net benefits.

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“…Results from Lee et al (2007) are extended and compared with two recent additions to the management portfolio for zebra mussels: (1) Zequanox, and (2) hot wash stations at boat ramps.…”

Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: The Role Of New Technologiesmentioning

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Section: Management Alternativesmentioning

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Technology adoption and mitigation of invasive species damage and risk: application to zebra mussels

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2011

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“…A bio-economic model of invasive aquatic plants (hydrilla, water hyacinth and water lettuce) is developed and applied to 13 large Florida lakes in the US [39]. Similarly, [44] estimates the potential economic impact of zebra mussel on consumptive water uses, recreational angling and wetland ecosystem services by using a probabilistic bio-economic simulation model under alternate policy scenarios. The model is then applied to Lake Okeechobee in Florida.…”

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Economics of Harmful Invasive Species: A Review

2014

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Abstract:The purpose of this study is to review theoretical and empirical findings in economics with respect to the challenging question of how to manage invasive species. The review revealed a relatively large body of literature on the assessment of damage costs of invasive species; single species and groups of species at different geographical scales. However, the estimated damage costs show large variation, from less than 1 million USD to costs corresponding to 12% of gross domestic product, depending on the methods employed, geographical scale, and scope with respect to inclusion of different species. Decisions regarding optimal management strategies, when to act in the invasion chain and which policy to choose, have received much less attention in earlier years, but have been subject to increasing research during the last decade. More difficult, but also more relevant policy issues have been raised, which concern the targeting in time and space of strategies under conditions of uncertainty. In particular, the weighting of costs and benefits from early detection and mitigation against the uncertain avoidance of damage with later control, when the precision in targeting species is typically greater is identified as a key challenge. The role of improved monitoring for detecting species and their spread and damage has been emphasized, but questions remain on how to achieve this in practice. This is in contrast to the relatively large body of literature on policies for mitigating dispersal by trade, which is regarded as one of the most important vectors for the spread of invasive species. On the other hand, the literature on how to mitigate established species, by control or adaptation, is much more scant. Studies evaluating causes for success or failure of policies against invasive in practice are in principal non-existing. OPEN ACCESSDiversity 2014, 6 501

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Identifying invasive species threats, pathways, and impacts to improve biosecurity

Lieurance,

Canavan,

Behringer

et al. 2023

Ecosphere

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Managing invasive species with prevention and early‐detection strategies can avert severe ecological and economic impacts. Horizon scanning, an evidence‐based process combining risk screening and consensus building to identify threats, has become a valuable tool for prioritizing invasive species management and prevention. We assembled a working group of experts from academic, government, and nonprofit agencies and organizations, and conducted a multi‐taxa horizon scan for Florida, USA, the first of its kind in North America. Our primary objectives were to identify high‐risk species and their introduction pathways, to detail the magnitude and mechanism of potential impacts, and, more broadly, to demonstrate the utility of horizon scanning. As a means to facilitate future horizon scans, we document the process used to generate the list of taxa for screening. We evaluated 460 taxa for their potential to arrive, establish, and cause negative ecological and socioeconomic impacts, and identified 40 potential invaders, including alewife, zebra mussel, crab‐eating macaque, and red swamp crayfish. Vertebrates and aquatic invertebrates posed the greatest invasion threat, over half of the high‐risk taxa were omnivores, and there was high confidence in the scoring of high‐risk taxa. Common arrival pathways were ballast water, biofouling of vessels, and escape from the pet/aquarium/horticulture trade. Competition, predation, and damage to agriculture/forestry/aquaculture were common impact mechanisms. We recommend full risk analysis for the high‐risk taxa; increased surveillance at Florida's ports, state borders, and high‐risk pathways; and periodic review and revision of the list. Few horizon scans detail the comprehensive methodology (including list‐building), certainty estimates for all scoring categories and the final score, detailed pathways, and the magnitude and mechanism of impact. Providing this information can further inform prevention efforts and can be efficiently replicated in other regions. Moreover, harmonizing methodology can facilitate data sharing and enhance interpretation of results for stakeholders and the general public.

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Optimal Management of a Potential Invader: The Case of Zebra Mussels in Florida

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Technology adoption and mitigation of invasive species damage and risk: application to zebra mussels

Technology adoption and mitigation of invasive species damage and risk: application to zebra mussels

Economics of Harmful Invasive Species: A Review

Identifying invasive species threats, pathways, and impacts to improve biosecurity

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