Salmonid introductions into virgin ecosystems (Kerguelen Islands, Subantarctic) : Stakes, results, prospects
Davaine, P.; Beall, E.; Guerri, O.; Caraguel, J.M.
Bulletin Francais de la Peche et de la Pisciculture 1997(344-345): 93-110
1997
Accession: 009377641
Freshwater fish were, originally, absent from the Kerguelen islands (French Subantarctic and Antarctic Territories). Some salmonid species, introduced during the late fifties according to a policy of territorial development, acclimatized to the subantarctic environment and became naturalized more or less successfully according to their adaptive strategy. Being scientifically monitored, these populations seem to be excellent models for population genetics and dynamics.