Question

From 1930 to 1939 fire ants spread inland about 60 miles from their point of introduction in Mobile, Alabama. What was the cause of their spread over this distance?A) a natural spreadB) airplanes being transportedC) along with soil being transportedD) along with plants dispersion via ship ballast

Answer 1

A) a natural spread

Step-by-step explanation:

Hello!Fire ants were introduced to the United States in the 1930s. They are now considered an invasive species in the southern states of Virginia to New Mexico, as well as California and Puerto Rico. They are characterized by being extremely aggressive when disturbed, and they can sting repeatedly.