Invasive Alien Species of European Union Concern: A Systematic Review of High-Priority Pathogens in 22 Species in a One Health Framework

Invasive alien species (IAS) not only threaten biodiversity and ecosystems but also play a significant role in the spread of infectious diseases; however, the epidemiological role of many IAS remains poorly understood. This study presents the first systematic review of major pathogens reported in 22 IAS of concern to the European Community. Given the breadth of available data, we relied on a literature search including studies reporting natural infections in target IAS, excluding experimental in