Invasive Species Flashcard

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What is an invasive species?

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A non-native (not naturally found) species added to an area.

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How can we help fix the invasive species problem?

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By not taking any native plant, animal, or bug with us when we travel, not transporting plants from other places, and not releasing pet animals into the wild.

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What happens to native species when invasive species increase in number?

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There is less food available for the native species.

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True or False: Invasive species grow quickly due to the lack of predators, leading to a decline or extinction of the native population.

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True.

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What is a characteristic of an invasive species?

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It grows out of control, is not native, and harms the environment.

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What is one way invasive species affect ecosystems?

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They can outcompete native species for resources.

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What is the term for a species that is naturally found in an area?

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Native species.

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What is the term for a species that is not naturally found in an area?

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Non-native species.

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What can happen to the food web when invasive species are introduced?

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It can become unbalanced, affecting all species in the ecosystem.

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What is one example of an invasive species?

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Zebra mussels.