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Prestes JG, Carneiro L, Miiller NOR, Neundorf AKA, Pedroso CR, Braga RR, Sousa R, Vitule JRS. A systematic review of invasive non-native freshwater bivalves. Biol Rev Camb Philos Soc 2024. [PMID: 38973333 DOI: 10.1111/brv.13113] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Revised: 06/11/2024] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 07/09/2024]
Abstract
The introduction of invasive species has become an increasing environmental problem in freshwater ecosystems due to the high economic and ecological impacts it has generated. This systematic review covers publications from 2010 to 2020, focusing on non-native invasive freshwater bivalves, a particularly relevant and widespread introduced taxonomic group in fresh waters. We collected information on the most studied species, the main objectives of the studies, their geographical location, study duration, and type of research. Furthermore, we focused on assessing the levels of ecological evidence presented, the type of interactions of non-native bivalves with other organisms and the classification of their impacts. A total of 397 publications were retrieved. The studies addressed a total of 17 species of non-native freshwater bivalves; however, most publications focused on the species Corbicula fluminea and Dreissena polymorpha, which are recognised for their widespread distribution and extensive negative impacts. Many other non-native invasive bivalve species have been poorly studied. A high geographical bias was also present, with a considerable lack of studies in developing countries. The most frequent studies had shorter temporal periods, smaller spatial extents, and more observational data, were field-based, and usually evaluated possible ecological impacts at the individual and population levels. There were 94 publications documenting discernible impacts according to the Environmental Impact Classification for Alien Taxa (EICAT). However, 41 of these publications did not provide sufficient data to determine an impact. The most common effects of invasive bivalves on ecosystems were structural alterations, and chemical and physical changes, which are anticipated due to their role as ecosystem engineers. Despite a considerable number of studies in the field and advances in our understanding of some species over the past decade, long-term data and large-scale studies are still needed to understand better the impacts, particularly at the community and ecosystem levels and in less-studied geographic regions. The widespread distribution of several non-native freshwater bivalves, their ongoing introductions, and high ecological and economic impacts demand continued research. Systematic reviews such as this are essential for identifying knowledge gaps and guiding future research to enable a more complete understanding of the ecological implications of invasive bivalves, and the development of effective management strategies.
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- Juliani Giselli Prestes
- Laboratory of Ecology and Conservation, Department of Environmental Engineering, Technology Sector, Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, 81530-000, Brazil
- Graduate Program in Ecology and Conservation, Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, 81530-000, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Ecology and Conservation, Department of Environmental Engineering, Technology Sector, Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, 81530-000, Brazil
- Graduate Program in Ecology and Conservation, Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, 81530-000, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Ecology and Conservation, Department of Environmental Engineering, Technology Sector, Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, 81530-000, Brazil
- Graduate Program in Ecology and Conservation, Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, 81530-000, Brazil
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- Graduate Program in Ecology and Conservation, Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, 81530-000, Brazil
- Laboratory of Adaptive Biology, Department of Cell Biology, Sector of Biological Sciences, Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, 81530-000, Brazil
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- Laboratory of Ecology and Conservation, Department of Environmental Engineering, Technology Sector, Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, 81530-000, Brazil
- Graduate Program in Ecology and Conservation, Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, 81530-000, Brazil
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- Department of Animal and Plant Biology, State University of Londrina, Londrina, 86057-970, Brazil
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- CBMA - Centre of Molecular and Environmental Biology, Department of Biology, University of Minho, Campus Gualtar, Braga, 4710-057, Portugal
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- Laboratory of Ecology and Conservation, Department of Environmental Engineering, Technology Sector, Federal University of Paraná, Curitiba, 81530-000, Brazil
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Hünicken LA, Paolucci EM, Lavinia PD, Sylvester F. Morphological and Genetic Assessment of Invasive Corbicula Lineages in Southern South America: A Case Study in Argentina. Animals (Basel) 2024; 14:1843. [PMID: 38997955 PMCID: PMC11240789 DOI: 10.3390/ani14131843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2024] [Revised: 06/02/2024] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 07/14/2024] Open
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The broad global distribution of freshwater clams belonging to the genus Corbicula is driven by multiple hermaphroditic lineages. These lineages, characterized by shared morphological traits and phenotypic plasticity, pose challenges to morphological identification. Genetic markers, such as the mitochondrial COI gene, play a crucial role in delineating these lineages and their ranges. Morphotypes represent observed phenotypic variations, while lineages are defined based on genetic markers. Here, we comprehensively review Corbicula's distribution in Argentina, discriminate extant lineages based on both morphological and genetic (COI) data, and describe variations in internal and external morphologies using 15 Argentine populations. Genetic analyses identified two mitochondrial lineages: the AR morphotype (FW5 haplotype) and CS morphotype (FW17 haplotype). Strikingly, despite having similar vectors, origins, and invasive stages, Corbicula lineages exhibit virtually segregated distributions. However, mitochondrial haplotypes are found in sympatry mainly in northeastern Argentina where individuals with intermediate morphotypes exist, suggesting the presence of hybrids due to maternal genome retention. These findings contribute to the clarification of the identity and distribution of Corbicula lineages in Argentina, where the genus has been found for over half a century. Similar studies are needed in other areas to better understand the invasion patterns of this successful and adaptable group.
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- Leandro A Hünicken
- Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Buenos Aires C1425FQB, Argentina
- Museo Argentino de Ciencias Naturales 'Bernardino Rivadavia', Av. Ángel Gallardo 470, Buenos Aires C1405DJR, Argentina
- Instituto Para el Estudio de la Biodiversidad de Invertebrados (IEBI), Facultad de Ciencias Naturales, Universidad Nacional de Salta, Av. Bolivia 5150, Salta A4408FVY, Argentina
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- Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Buenos Aires C1425FQB, Argentina
- Museo Argentino de Ciencias Naturales 'Bernardino Rivadavia', Av. Ángel Gallardo 470, Buenos Aires C1405DJR, Argentina
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- Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Buenos Aires C1425FQB, Argentina
- Laboratorio de Investigación y Conservación de la Biodiversidad (UNRN-InCoBIO), Universidad Nacional de Río Negro, Sede Atlántica, RPNº1 y Rotonda de la Cooperación, Viedma R8500JCG, Argentina
- CIT Río Negro (UNRN-CONICET), Universidad Nacional de Río Negro, Sede Atlántica, Viedma R8500JCG, Argentina
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- Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Buenos Aires C1425FQB, Argentina
- Instituto Para el Estudio de la Biodiversidad de Invertebrados (IEBI), Facultad de Ciencias Naturales, Universidad Nacional de Salta, Av. Bolivia 5150, Salta A4408FVY, Argentina
- Faculty of Biological Sciences, Goethe University Frankfurt, Max-von-Laue Str. 13, 60438 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Lucía MDE, Darrigran G, Gregoric DEG. Diversity of non-marine mollusks in the southernmost Paranaense forest of the world. AN ACAD BRAS CIENC 2023; 95:e20220212. [PMID: 37075353 DOI: 10.1590/0001-3765202320220212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/07/2022] [Accepted: 09/23/2022] [Indexed: 04/21/2023] Open
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The Natural Reserve of Punta Lara (RNPL) is a protected natural area that includes Paranaense forest southernmost in the world. This area is surrounded by a densely populated and touristic sector. The objective of this work was to estimate the richness, diversity and equity of the RNPL mollusks (aquatic and terrestrial) and to establish the relationship of their species in aquatic environments. One sampling per year was carried out between 2013 and 2019. There were 32 species recorded (six are non-native species): 23 gastropods (14 freshwater, nine terrestrial) and nine bivalves. Three species were recorded in all sampling years, while six only on one occasion. The land snail genus Drepanostomella is reported for the first time in that region, and five freshwater species are reported for the first time for the RNPL. The similarity analysis of the freshwater environment separated the coastal environments from the internal environments. The environments with the highest specific richness were in internal sites of the RNPL, while the least diverse was the coast of the Río de la Plata, where the invasive species Limnoperna fortunei predominates. It is recommended to increase the conservation efforts of the different environments of the RNPL continuously threatened by urbanization.
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- Micaela DE Lucía
- Cátedra de Malacología, Facultad de Ciencias Naturales y Museo, Universidad Nacional La Plata (UNLP), Bv. 120 1428 (1904) La Plata, Argentina
- División Zoología Invertebrados, Museo de La Plata (FCNyM-UNLP), Unidades de Investigación Anexo Museo FCNyM-UNLP, Bv. 120 1428 (1904) La Plata, Argentina
- Comisión de Investigaciones Científicas de la Provincia de Buenos Aires (CIC), Calle 526 between 10 and 11, La Plata, (1900), Argentina
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- División Zoología Invertebrados, Museo de La Plata (FCNyM-UNLP), Paseo del Bosque s/n° (1900), La Plata, Argentina
- Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Calle 8 n°1467, La Plata, (1900), Argentina
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- Cátedra de Malacología, Facultad de Ciencias Naturales y Museo, Universidad Nacional La Plata (UNLP), Bv. 120 1428 (1904) La Plata, Argentina
- División Zoología Invertebrados, Museo de La Plata (FCNyM-UNLP), Unidades de Investigación Anexo Museo FCNyM-UNLP, Bv. 120 1428 (1904) La Plata, Argentina
- Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (CONICET), Calle 8 n°1467, La Plata, (1900), Argentina
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