Human Activity and Climate Change
- Human traffic, including tourists, fishing boats, and research vessels, is identified as a primary source of potential invaders.
- The number of ships in the area has significantly risen, with over 180 involved in more than 500 voyages between 2017 and 2018.
- Additionally, climate change is compromising Antarctica's natural defenses, with warming waters weakening the once formidable barriers.
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Ocean waters warmed by climate change could open the door for marine invasive species in one of the world’s most pristine ecosystems.
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