Invasive Species

What is an invasive species?

• An organism that is new to an environment that has positive effects on the environment.

• An organism that is native to an environment that has negative effects on the environment.

• An organism that is new to an environment that has negative effects on the environment.

• An organism that is native to an environment that has positive effects on the environment.

Invasive species can have a major impact on the ecosystem.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Invasive species can crowd out native species.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Invasive species don't harm native species that are beneficial to the environment.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Why do the populations of invasive species grow so quickly? 

• Invasive Species are native to an area. 
• Invasive species are prey to many animals.
• Invasive species have no predators.
• Invasive species keep the ecosystems in equilibrium.

How can we try to help fix the invasive species problem?

• Make sure you’re not taking any native plant, animal, or bug with you when you travel

• Do not transport plants from other places, even as decoration.

• Do not release pet animals into the wild.

• All of the above.

What was the name of the fish that invaded the ponds in Maryland?

• Bass

• Brim

• Snakehead

What did the snakehead fish do to the other fish in the pond?

• Ate them

• Bred with them

• Made friends with them