Management; challenges, opportunities and lessons learned

Abstract

Curbing the rising number of invasive alien species and reducing their spread and impacts are achievable through management actions in the short as well as long term. There are many decision frameworks and approaches for supporting management of invasive alien species at all stages of the biological invasion process. Prevention is the best option, but early detection, eradication, containment and control are also effective in specific contexts. Management of biological invasions benefits from engagement with stakeholders and Indigenous Peoples and local communities.