13 Questions
What term is used to describe species that cause economic or ecological harm in a non-native area?
Invasive species
Why are native species threatened by invasive species in a non-native environment?
Native species lack defenses against invasive species
What characteristic distinguishes an invasive species from a non-invasive one?
Causing extinction of native species
Why can an invasive species be a threat in a non-native environment while not being invasive in its native habitat?
Adaptation of native species to the invader
What can happen when an introduced species reproduces unchecked in a new environment?
It causes ecological disturbances
Which factor contributes to the success of invasive species in new environments?
Availability of abundant resources
Why can an invasive species cause harm in a non-native environment but not in its native habitat?
The native species in the non-native environment are not adapted to defend against the invasive species.
How does the lack of predators contribute to the success of an invasive species?
It allows the invasive species to reproduce unchecked.
What characteristic of native species makes them vulnerable to invasive species?
Adaptations to evade or defend against the invasive species
Why can co-evolution between predator and prey help maintain balance in an ecosystem?
It allows both species to adapt to each other over time
What is a key reason why mongooses are considered an invasive species in Hawaii?
The absence of predators in Hawaii
In which scenario might an introduced species be a threat in a new area but not be considered invasive?
When it preys on native species exclusively
What can happen when a non-native species dominates a landscape?
Ecosystem balance is disrupted
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