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Ships in Strait of Hormuz pose invasive species threat, scientists warn

Scientists have warned that ships stalled in the Strait of Hormuz could act as 'super-spreaders' of invasive species. The blockage in the strait creates a risk of marine organisms being transported globally. This situation poses a significant threat, with India identified as being at high risk. The concern is that these vessels could facilitate a 'bio-invasion' across different ecosystems.

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