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Springer (part of Springer Nature), Biodiversity and Conservation, 14(21), p. 3729-3730

DOI: 10.1007/s10531-012-0392-1

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When invasive exotic populations are threatened with extinction

Journal article published in 2012 by Carlos Frederico D. Rocha, Helena G. Bergallo ORCID
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Abstract

An important question that arises is what to do when an invasive exotic is a species threatened with extinction within its original distribution and there are few cases in the world illustrating this situation. These species potentially compete with local species for resources and may displace native species or, may in some cases, weaken the gene pool of the native species. The simple eradication of the invasive population could reduce the species′ gene pool, and the eradication process might affect local sympatric species. We recommend a program including identification of areas within the natural range where the species is extinct, removal of the causes of extinction in those areas, then gradual removal of the species from its introduced range and release in the relocation areas following proper guidelines for reintroduction of species.