Especies invasoras en los ecosistemas insulares: amenazas y estrategias de gestión
Abstract (English) Island ecosystems, with high endemism and isolated evolution, are particularly vulnerable to invasive species. In Gran Canaria, Pennisetum setaceum (rabo de gato) and feral goats ( Capra hircus ) threaten native flora and fauna by outcompeting endemic plants, preying on native wildlife, and altering ecosystem functions. The Canary Islands Government and Cabildo de Gran Canaria implement annual eradication campaigns—led by Gesplan and the Viceconsejería de Medio Ambiente—combining mechanical removal, biocontrol, and community engagement. This article reviews species impacts, legal frameworks, case studies of control programs, and participatory tools like mobile apps, concluding with recommendations to strengthen biosecurity, monitoring, and habitat restoration. Résumé (Français) Les écosystèmes insulaires, riches en espèces endémiques et marqués par une évolution isolée, sont très vulnérables aux invasions biologiques. À Gran Canaria, Pennisetum setaceum (queue...