Bomania spp. Flashcards
1
Q
In what areas are flat oysters farmed?
A
Bluff/Stewart island and Marlborough Sounds
2
Q
Where was B. ostreae first detected and what was the first action when it was detected?
A
in the Marlborough Sounds 2015
controlled areas with contained and protected zones restricting dispercal
3
Q
What is the problem with dense farming of flat oysters?
A
They get easily infected with B. ostreae so the spacing between oyster lines was increased
4
Q
What was done in Big Glory bay to prevent the spread of B. ostreae
A
a notice of direction to remove and destroy all farmed flat oysters
5
Q
What is the difference between resilience and resistance?
A
resilience = higher tolerance for infections
resistance = can’t get infected
