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Hey, all you naturalists out there! Want to know more about the different marine species living in the Salish Sea? How about the latest research findings with them? All ecosystems are eventually connected. For this reason, in each podcast we will dive in with an expert to talk about topics and facts related to the marine animals that call the Salish Sea home and occasionally include topics of broader relevance. We'll cover topics from the small (plankton) to the large (whales) and everything in-between, including our iconic salmon and orcas! If you have curiosity and wonder about the local marine life that abounds here, then this podcast is for you!
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Marine Invaders: Aquatic Invasive Species In The Salish Sea
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Justin Bush
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Season 4
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Episode 7
Invasive species are a large, and sometimes under-looked, problem in both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. If unchecked, they can cause large-scale ecosystem and financial damage, such as European green crabs. But, how bad are aquatic invasive species here in the Salish Sea? What impacts are they having? Which species are on the "most wanted" list here in Washington State and why? Find out the answers to all these questions and more on this episode as Justin Bush, Aquatic Invasive Species Policy Coordinator for WDFW, talks European green crabs and other invasive species with us!