Invasive species

Question 1

What are invasive species?

Answer 1

The species that are introduced to a new environment/ecosystem by humans (not natural habitat)

Question 2

Names for invasive species

Answer 2

1. Invasive species
2. Non-Native species
3. Exotic species
4. Alien species

Question 3

What do invasive species do?

Answer 3

They often have no predators in a new area so they reproduce faster than native species

Question 4

Why do invasive species disturb the ecosystem?

Answer 4

They compete for a niche (job) with the native species

Question 5

4 ways invasive species cause problems

Answer 5

1. They take over habitat of native species
2. Invade their bodies
3. Disrupt the ecosystem
4. Compete with native species for food and habitat

Question 6

Examples of invasive species

Answer 6

1. Asian carp
2. Cane Toad
3. Rabbits

Question 7

Ways to prevent invasive species

Answer 7

1. Do not bring organisms into a new environment
2. Do not bring fruit, vegetables, plants or animals with you across borders
3. Do not transport over long distances