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Evidence for human-mediated dispersal of exotic earthworms: support for exploring strategies to limit further spread
Article first published online: 21 FEB 2008
DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-294X.2007.03678.x
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HALE, C. M. (2008), Evidence for human-mediated dispersal of exotic earthworms: support for exploring strategies to limit further spread. Molecular Ecology, 17: 1165–1167. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-294X.2007.03678.x
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- Issue published online: 21 FEB 2008
- Article first published online: 21 FEB 2008
- Received 20 November 2007; revision accepted 10 December 2007; doi: 10.1111/j.1365-294X.2007.03678.x
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Abstract
As potent ecosystem engineers, non-native earthworms are altering the fundamental structure and function of previously earthworm-free cold-temperate hardwood forests in North America. Discarded earthworms used for fishing bait has been presumed to be an important vector for the continued spread of non-native earthworms because epicentres of invasion often include boat landings, lakeshores and roads. However, controversy has remained about the overall importance of human-mediated spread vs. natural expansion of established earthworm populations. In this issue of Molecular Ecology, Cameron et al. explore the continued role of humans in dispersing non-native earthworms.