This project underscores the heightened risk of invasion posed by Blackfordia virginica, a jellyfish species with significant potential to disrupt marine ecosystems and economies. Our analysis demonstrates that, under climate change, this species may spread more widely, impacting biodiversity, food webs, and coastal industries.
We observed that the spread of Blackfordia virginica could have more severe ecological and economic repercussions under a pessimistic climate scenario compared to more moderate projections, with impacts projected to intensify by both 2050 and 2100. These findings highlight the urgent need for targeted management strategies to mitigate the risks associated with this invasive species.
This project is part of a scientific article which will be published soon.
