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It is evident that the history of introduction of nonindigenous aquatic species into Europe dates back to pre-historic times. In this paper, we review from a historical perspective some of the human activities that have facilitated the potential of alien species from all continents but Antarctica to become established in coastal and inland waters of Europe.
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Leppäkoski, E., Gollasch, S., Olenin, S. (2002). Alien Species in European Waters. In: Leppäkoski, E., Gollasch, S., Olenin, S. (eds) Invasive Aquatic Species of Europe. Distribution, Impacts and Management. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-015-9956-6_1
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