Essay

Invasive species are a major concern globally. Often humans introduce new species to an environment unknowingly and other times it is intentional. Describe the impacts of invasive species on an ecosystem by citing a specific example. Describe the negative effects of invasive species, but also discuss the possible positive effects. Identify and describe at least one factor that allows an invasive species to be successful in its new environment, often outcompeting native organisms.
Invasive species are a major concern globally. Often humans introduce new species to an environment unknowingly and other times it is intentional. Describe the impacts of invasive species on an ecosystem by citing a specific example. Describe the negative effects of invasive species, but also discuss the possible positive effects. Identify and describe at least one factor that allows an invasive species to be successful in its new environment, often outcompeting native organisms