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- The introduction of exotic marine organisms, particularly non-indigenous seaweeds, can cause significant ecological and economic harm, with 407 species identified globally.
- In the Iberian Peninsula, about 50 non-indigenous seaweed species have been documented, some of which are invasive, posing threats to local ecosystems while also offering potential industrial benefits.
- This review aims to assess the occurrences of these non-indigenous seaweeds in the Iberian Peninsula and explore their possible applications in the food industry due to their nutritional and bioactive properties.
Article Abstract
The introduction of exotic organisms in marine ecosystems can lead to economic and ecological losses. Globally, seaweeds represent a significant part of these non-indigenous species (NIS), with 407 introduced algal species. Furthermore, the presence of NIS seaweeds has been reported as a major concern worldwide since the patterns of their potential invasion mechanisms and vectors are not yet fully understood. Currently, in the Iberian Peninsula, around 50 NIS seaweeds have been recorded. Some of these are also considered invasive due to their overgrowth characteristic and competition with other species. However, invasive seaweeds are suitable for industrial applications due to their high feedstock. Hence, seaweeds' historical use in daily food diet, allied to research findings, showed that macroalgae are a source of nutrients and bioactive compounds with nutraceutical properties. The main goal of this review is to evaluate the records of NIS seaweeds in the Iberian Peninsula and critically analyze the potential of invasive seaweeds application in the food industry.
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