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University of Auckland: Controlling Caulerpa in New Zealand Oceans
September 16, 2026
AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Sept. 16 -- The University of Auckland issued the following news:

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Controlling Caulerpa in New Zealand oceans

15 September 2026

Scientists are learning more about this exotic invasive seaweed in order to protect our precious waters from its spread.

First detected in New Zealand in 2021, the invasive macroalgae Caulerpa now has a significant presence in the Hauraki Gulf and Bay of Islands. The seaweed spr . . .

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