Abstract: Gambusia affinis is originated from Middle and North America, and was introduced into different countries for controlling mosquito larvae in the early 20th century, becoming an alien invasive species distributed globally. Although it is still a disputation about whether G. affinis can control mosquito, this invasive species has brought tremendous impacts on the native species (including invertebrates, fishes, and amphibians), ecosystems, and water environments. In this paper, the biological traits, invasion mechanisms, efficiency in mosquito control, and ecological effects of G. affinis were summarized, and the strategies and measures for its management and control were brought forward, aimed to offer basic information for the studies on the alien invasive species and their management and control in China.

Key words: Forest, BVOCs, Emission