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In 2012 a process was initiated to produce a guidance document for invasive species management on islands, as an objective of a regional invasive species project in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) islands, implemented by IUCN. The consultative process

We are a central Pacific nation comprising three atolls lying to the north of Samoa and south of the Phoenix Islands of Kiribati, and centred on latitude 9o S. The areas of the atolls are roughly similar – Atafu c.350 ha, Nukunonu c.500 ha and Fakaof

The TISSAP addresses existing IS in Tokelau, via prioritization and guidance. It addresses the potential invasion pathways of additional IS to Tokelau through foreign and domestic vessels that could provide opportunities for other wee

These are the top 25 marine non-indigenous species of concern identified for the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI).

These are the top 25 marine non-indigenous species of concern identified for Tuvalu.

Preventing the arrival, establishment and spread of marine non-indigenous species (NIS) is most cost- and time- effective during the transport stage. Vessels can accumulate biofouling (attached aquatic plants and animals) and spread them beyond their

The International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments (Ballast Water Management Convention or BWM Convention) is an international maritime treaty that requires international vessels that fly flags of signat

This document provides sampling guidance for rapid marine assessments performed in the field to detect new marine non-indigenous species (NIS) across the Pacific islands and territories. It provides links to existing information and resources to help

This document is the result of a review of existing literature on the potential mitigation and management strategies for reducing the impact of marine non-indigenous species (NIS) that are the focus of the Pacific Island countries and territories Mar