2026-07-09http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/549410The probability of a severe infestation ranges from 2% to 98% depending on investment in monitoring, prevention, and response technology. Given the estimated potential for economic damages, preliminary results indicate that prudent investment in prevention and early response net a present value net return of $10 million over 20 years.Optimal investment in prevention and control of a potential invader: the case of zebra mussels in Florida waterwaysText