Invasion
Invasion Description
Russia-Kazakhstan/Aral Sea (1960, Aladin et al. 2008, still present in 2005 in Western Large Aral Sea, at 80-90 g . L-1) and Small Aral Sea 92005-2007)
Geographic Extent
Russia-Kazakhstan/Aral Sea (1960, Aladin et al. 2008, still present in 2005-2007 in Western Large Aral Sea, at 80-90 g . l-1) and Small Aral Sea, 11-17 g . l-1)
Vectors
| Level | Vector |
|---|---|
| Probable | Fisheries Intentional |
Regional Impacts
| Economic Impact | Fisheries | |
| Hediste diversicolor was successfully introduced to the Aral Sea in the 1960s to enhance food resources for benthic-feeding commercial fishes (Aladin et al. 2008). | ||