From 1970 to 2021, the number of non-native marine species in Europe's seas has increased considerably, reaching more than ***. From the total, more than half have been introduced to Europe through seafaring vessels. Another important pathway is man-made corridors, like the Suez Canal, helping the introduction of species from the Red Sea to the Mediterranean.
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EEA. (November 3, 2024). Percentage distribution of the main introduction pathways of marine non-indigenous species in European seas from 1970 to 2021 [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved July 27, 2026, from /statistics/1611122/non-indigenous-marine-species-in-europe-by-introduction-pathway/
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