Invasive Species Quiz

What is the definition of a native species?

• Organisms that occur naturally without human intervention

• Organisms that are brought to a new area on purpose

• Organisms that cause harm to the environment

• Organisms that threaten human health

Answer explanation

A native species refers to organisms that occur naturally without human intervention.

Which species is responsible for the death of Ash trees?

• Sphinx Moth

• Honey Bee

• Emerald Ash Borer

• Zebra Mussel

Answer explanation

The species responsible for the death of Ash trees is the Emerald Ash Borer. It infests and kills Ash trees by feeding on their inner bark, disrupting the tree's ability to transport water and nutrients.

How did zebra mussels arrive in the Great Lakes?

• Accidentally hitched a ride on ships

• Brought over from Southeast Asia

• Introduced as a form of pest control

• Released as pets

Answer explanation

Zebra mussels arrived in the Great Lakes by accidentally hitching a ride on ships.

What is the impact of nutria on the Gulf Coast region?

• They destroy wetland habitat

• They clog cooling systems in boat engines

• They threaten human health

• They damage water pipes at power plants

Answer explanation

Nutria have a significant impact on the Gulf Coast region by destroying wetland habitat.

Which species was brought to Australia as a form of pest control?

• Burmese Python

• Cane Toad

• Honey Bee

• Sphinx Moth

Answer explanation

The Cane Toad was brought to Australia as a form of pest control.

What is the impact of Burmese Pythons in the Everglades?

• They eat native wildlife

• They damage water pipes at power plants

• They threaten human health

• They destroy wetland habitat

Answer explanation

Burmese Pythons in the Everglades have a significant impact as they eat native wildlife, causing damage to the ecosystem.

What is the definition of a pest?

• Organisms that are brought to a new area on purpose

• Organisms that occur naturally without human intervention

• Organisms that cause harm to the environment

• Organisms that threaten human health or cause destruction

Answer explanation

A pest is an organism that threatens human health or causes destruction.

Which species is considered invasive and has significantly impacted the Great Lakes ecosystem?

• Zebra Mussel

• Atlantic Salmon

• Red Panda

• Monarch Butterfly

Answer explanation

The Emerald Ash Borer is an example of an invasive species.

A species that is not native to an area is called: 

• Native Species
• Natural Species
• Invasive Species
• Symbiotic Species

Invasive species can have a major impact on the ecosystem.

• TRUE

• FALSE