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Sea slug disperses the invasive Caulerpa taxifolia

In order to control the spread of the invasive Caulerpa taxifolia (Chlorophyta) in the Mediterranean, in situ experiment were conduced with the specialized predator Lobiger serradifalci (Molusca: Ascoglossa=Sacoglossa). An unexpected effect of L. serradifalci on C. taxifolia was observed. Instead of destroying the algal frond, the ascoglossan cut fronds into tiny living fragments capable of regeneration. Thus, L. serradifalci may facilitate C. taxifolia dispersal instead of controlling it.

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