Invasive Species in the United States
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What is the legal definition of an invasive species?

An alien species whose introduction does or is likely to cause economic or environmental harm or harm to human health

What are some other terms used to describe alien species?

exotic, non-native, introduced, or non-indigenous species

What is the term sometimes used instead of 'invasive' when these organisms cause harm?

noxious or nuisance

What are some problems caused by invasive species?

<p>threaten the survival of native plants and animals, interfere with ecosystem functions, hybridize with native species resulting in negative genetic impacts, spread easily in today's era of global commerce, be difficult and costly to control</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do invasive species spread?

<p>easily in today's era of global commerce</p> Signup and view all the answers

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