Course:CONS200/2023WT1/Impact of the Suez Canal on Mediterranean biodiversity

Introduction

The Suez Canal is one of the most important waterways in the world, with over 22,000 ships passing through the channel in 2022 (Placek, 2022). The canal connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, enabling more direct trade between Europe and Asia, saving time, costs, and emissions (Galil et al., 2015). The construction and ongoing operation of the Suez Canal have significantly impacted the Mediterranean region's biodiversity, prompted by the spread of over 400 non-native species, disrupting native habitats surrounding the Suez Canal (Katsanevakis et al., 2014). Furthermore, the dramatic restructuring of the Mediterranean ecosystem by the introduction of non-native species is causing the population decline of native species including mussels, prawns, and red mullet (Heller, 2020).

Background on

A description of the solutions or efforts that are currently underway to tackle the issue or problem.

Human Driven Impacts on Suez

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Conclusion

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References

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