Invasive seaweed detected on Aotea/Great Barrier Island
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Great Barrier Island |
Caulerpa brachypus, which can spread rapidly and create dense mats, was found in July in Blind Bay and Tryphena Harbour. This was the first time the pest species had been detected in New Zealand.
Caulerpa brachypus
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