入侵海藻威胁着新西兰的岛屿湾,30年来可能耗资94亿美元。 Invasive seaweed threatens New Zealand's Bay of Islands, potentially costing $9.4 billion over 30 years.

入侵的海藻Caulerpa已蔓延到新西兰群岛湾,威胁到旅游业、渔业和生态系统。 An invasive seaweed, Caulerpa, has spread to the Bay of Islands in New Zealand, threatening tourism, fishing, and ecosystems. 新的分析表明,在30年的时间里,它可能使经济损失94亿美元。 New analysis suggests it could cost the economy $9.4 billion over 30 years. 当地团体联盟正在敦促政府采取协调办法,由纳税人、当地税率和船只税提供资金。 A coalition of local groups is urging the government to take a coordinated approach, funded by taxpayers, local rates, and vessel levies. 然而,生物安保部长以不完整的长期研究为由,对经济影响估计提出质疑。 However, the Biosecurity Minister questions the economic impact estimate, citing incomplete long-term studies.