Project Leader: Dr David Blair, James Cook
University
Project 2.6.1 will support the detection,
eradication, monitoring and management of key pests in at-risk
habitats for the Great Barrier Reef region and adjacent coastal
habitats. The first step in dealing with risks posed by
invasive species is to understand what species are actually (and
potentially) present. Once alerted to the presence of these
species, end users can institute measures for surveillance and
control.
This project will also assess the presence of
toxic microalgae in the Great Barrier Reef, the potential threats
posed by these and management responses.
Key outputs of Project 2.6.1 will include
status reports on marine invasive species in the Great Barrier Reef
and new monitoring techniques and risk assessment for invasive
toxic microalgae.
