The first record of the invasive Chinese pond mussel Sinanodonta woodiana (Lea, 1834) (Bivalvia: Unionidae) in the African continent

Mabrouki‍, Youness; Taybi, Abdelkhaleq Fouzi

doi:10.20302/nc.2022.31.28

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“…The list of the AS reported in Morocco (and their geographical coordinates) was compiled from (i) freely available web databases, including the Global Biodiversity Information Facility GBIF (http://www.gbif.org/ (accessed on 1 April 2022)) and the Global Invasive Species Database GISD (http://www.iucngisd.org/gisd/ (accessed on 1 December 2022)); (ii) an extensive literature search through published articles ; (iii) our own research, whether published or in progress [11][12][13][14][15][48][49][50][51][52][53][54][55]; and other personal observations.…”

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Distribution of Freshwater Alien Animal Species in Morocco: Current Knowledge and Management Issues

Taybi¹,

Mabrouki‍

Piscart

2023

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This work presents currently available knowledge on alien species (AS) found in the inland waters of Morocco. The objective is to provide an updated list of alien species and identify the main introduction pathways and possible threats to native biodiversity. The dataset was built from an extensive literature search supplemented by our own research work (published or in progress). The main areas harboring xenodiversity in Moroccan freshwaters correspond to protected areas (e.g., Ramsar Site and SIBE). These areas are currently home to 41 confirmed AS belonging to different taxonomic groups. Fish are the most abundant taxonomic group with 21 species, followed by molluscs (7 species) and arthropods (7 species). The presence of 15 more species was also noticed but considered doubtful. Almost half of these AS were introduced intentionally. They correspond to restocking programs and are likely the most serious threat to native biodiversity through predation, competition, and hybridization. Commercial activities around aquarium and ornamental species appear as the second source favoring colonization by AS. Implementing protective regulations regarding the import of exotic species in Morocco appears very urgent to protect local native diversity. In addition, detecting and monitoring the expansion of AS within the colonized areas and studies improving biological and ecological knowledge seem crucial to mitigate their possible impacts on native communities and preserve Moroccan freshwater ecosystems.

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Distribution of Freshwater Alien Animal Species in Morocco: Current Knowledge and Management Issues

Taybi¹,

Mabrouki‍

Piscart

2023

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Is bitterling (Rhodeus amarus (Bloch, 1782)) threatened by the invasive unionid species Sinanodonta woodiana (Lea, 1834)?

Marčić,

Prenz,

Horvatić

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Review of the globally invasive freshwater mussels in the genus Sinanodonta Modell, 1945

Douda,

Zieritz,

Vodáková

et al. 2024

Hydrobiologia

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In this review, we synthesize the current knowledge of the biology, ecology, and impact of Sinanodonta freshwater mussels (Bivalvia, Unionidae), native to East Asia, that have successfully invaded Europe, Central America, North Africa, and several Asian regions. The main introduction pathways of Sinanodonta were reconstructed based on DNA sequence data and distribution records. We show that invasive lineages of Sinanodonta belong to three species, namely, S. woodiana s. str. (“temperate invasive” lineage), S. pacifica (“tropical invasive” lineage), and S. lauta. Their generalist fish-dispersed larvae, short life span, high fecundity, use by humans for multiple purposes, and ability to establish populations in anthropogenically disturbed conditions were identified as crucial traits driving their invasions. Information on the consequences is scarcer, but Sinanodonta can impact native species through larval parasitism, host fish/food competition, and parasite transmission. In addition, ecosystem effects through their filtration—biodeposition—excretion activity and the occurrence of massive die-offs were detected. Ecosystem services and disservices have not yet been quantified, even at local scales, and management methods in the invasive range are understudied. A better understanding of Sinanodonta ecology, impacts, and management options is urgently needed to make informed decisions and set realistic and impactful restoration goals.

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The first record of the invasive Chinese pond mussel Sinanodonta woodiana (Lea, 1834) (Bivalvia: Unionidae) in the African continent

Abstract: The Chinese pond mussel Sinanodonta woodiana s.l., is a successful global invader. We report its first finding in Morocco, which represents the first record of the species in the African continent. Measures are needed to increase monitoring and management of its invasion process.

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Distribution of Freshwater Alien Animal Species in Morocco: Current Knowledge and Management Issues

Distribution of Freshwater Alien Animal Species in Morocco: Current Knowledge and Management Issues

Is bitterling (Rhodeus amarus (Bloch, 1782)) threatened by the invasive unionid species Sinanodonta woodiana (Lea, 1834)?

Review of the globally invasive freshwater mussels in the genus Sinanodonta Modell, 1945

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