Question

For a species to be called "invasive," it must _____. i) be introduced to a new area ii) spread rapidly in this new area iii) eliminate native species for a species to be called "invasive," it must _____. i) be introduced to a new area ii) spread rapidly in this new area iii) eliminate native species only i only ii only iii only ii and iii i, ii, and iii

Answer 1

The answer is ii). Invasive species spread rapidly in the new habitat/environment in which they are introduced. They spread rapidly due to lack of natural predators in the new environment hence reproduce unchecked. They upset the balance of an ecosystem and cause environmental damage.