Invasive alien Species

Question 1

(non-native, nonindigenous,
foreign, exotic)
species, subspecies, or lower taxon
occurring outside of its natural range (past or
present) and dispersal potential (i.e., outside
the range it occupies naturally or could not
occupy without direct or indirect
introduction or care by humans) and includes
any part, gametes or propagule of such
species that might survive and subsequently
reproduce.

Answer 1

Alien species

Question 2

pest control strategy making use of living
natural enemies, antagonists, or competitors
and other self-replicating biotic entities.

Answer 2

Biocontrol

Question 3

variability among living organisms from
all sources including, inter alia, terrestrial,
marine and other aquatic ecosystems and the
ecological complexes of which they are a
part; this includes diversity within species,
between species and ecosystems

Answer 3

Biological Diversity (biodiversity)

Question 4

An organism that exists in the free-state in an
area but is not native to that area. It also
refers to animals from outside the country in
which they are held in captive or free-ranging
populations.

Answer 4

Exotic species

Question 5

Matters or activities which, individually or
collectively, may constitute a biological risk
to the ecological welfare or to the well-being
of humans, animals or plants of a country.

Answer 5

Invasive Alien Species (IAS) threats
(impacts)

Question 6

An introduction made deliberately by
humans involving the purposeful movement
of a species outside of its natural range and
dispersal potential. Such introductions may
be authorized

Answer 6

Intentional introduction

Question 7

Any species transported intentionally or
accidentally by a human-mediated vector
into habitats outside its native range.
Introduced species equate to nonindigenous
species and/or exotic species.

Answer 7

Introduced species

Question 8

The movement, by human agency, of a
species, subspecies, or lower taxon (including
any part, gametes or propagule that might
survive and subsequently reproduce) outside
its natural range (past or present). This
movement can be either within a country or
between countries

Answer 8

Introduction

Question 9

An alien species which becomes established
in natural or semi-natural ecosystems or
habitats, is an agent of change, and threatens
native biological diversity.

Answer 9

Invasive species

Question 10

Species introduced deliberately or
unintentionally outside their natural habitats
where they have the ability to establish
themselves, invade, out-compete natives and
take over the new environment

Answer 10

Invasive Alien Species (IAS)

Question 11

Any activities or ways that allow the entry or
spread of a pest or alien species.

Answer 11

Invasive Alien Species (IAS) pathway

Question 12

A species, subspecies, or lower taxon,
occurring within its natural range (past or
present) and dispersal potential (i.e., within the range it occupies naturally or could
occupy without direct or indirect
introduction or care by humans.).

Answer 12

Native species (indigenous)

Question 13

An ecosystem not perceptibly altered by
humans

Answer 13

Natural ecosystem

Question 14

Any species, strain or biotype of plant,
animal or pathogenic agent injurious to
plants or plant products.

Answer 14

Pest

Question 15

The process of evaluating biological or other
scientific and economic evidence to
determine whether a pest should be regulated
and the strength of any phytosanitary
measures to be taken against it

Answer 15

Pest risk analysis

Question 16

Any measure applied to protect animal or
plant life or health from risks arising from the
entry, establishment or spread of pests,
diseases, disease-carrying organisms or
disease-causing organisms.

Answer 16

Phytosanitary measure

Question 17

An attempt to establish a species in an area
which was once part of its historical range,
but from which it has been extirpated or
become extinct

Answer 17

Re-introduction

Question 18

See Phytosanitary measure

Answer 18

Sanitary measure

Question 19

An unintended introduction made as a result
of a species utilizing humans or human
delivery systems as vectors for dispersal
outside its natural range.

Answer 19

Unintentional introduction

Question 20

The primary government body responsible for the conservation, management and sustainable use of the country’s environment and natural resources, including protected areas, forest land, watersheds, public lands, and ancestral domains. The bureaus relevant to IAS are BMB, FMB, EMB, ERDB

Answer 20

Department of
Environment and
Natural Resources
(DENR)

Question 21

Develops policies, plans and programs in the conservation of biodiversity through integrated protected area management, conservation and sustainable use of wildlife and protection of their habitats, sustainable tourism, nature conservation and information and public education

Answer 21

Biodiversity
Management Bureau
(BMB)

Question 22

Develops policies, plans and programs in the protection, development and management of mangroves, upland forest lands, grazing lands and watershed and the reforestation/rehabilitation of degraded areas

Answer 22

Forest Management
Bureau (FMB)

Question 23

Develops policies, plans and programs in the management of environmental quality through clean air and water management, solid waste management and implementation of the Environmental Impact Assessment system

Answer 23

Environmental
Management Bureau
(EMB)

Question 24

Develops and conducts research and development projects/programs focusing on five major ecosystems in the Philippines, namely : forests, upland farms, grassland and
degraded areas, coastal zones and freshwater and urban areas

Answer 24

Ecosystems
Research and
Development
Bureau (ERDB)

Question 25

The primary government body responsible for the promotion of agricultural and fisheries development and economic growth by providing support services necessary to
make agriculture, fisheries and agri-based enterprises accessible and profitable to rural communities

Answer 25

Department of
Agriculture (DA)

Question 26

Develops policies, plans and programs in the management and conservation of the country’s fisheries and aquatic resources, including the implementation of quarantine policies for fish and fish products

Answer 26

Bureau of Fisheries
and Aquatic
Resources (BFAR)

Question 27

Develops policies, plans and programs in the management and protection of agricultural crops from pests and diseases, including the implementation of quarantine policies for the prevention, control and eradication of pests, diseases and injuries to plants and plant products

Answer 27

Bureau of Plant
Industry (BPI)

Question 28

Recommends plans and programs, policies and regulations in the prevention, control and eradication of animal diseases; prescribes standards for quality in the manufacture,
importation, labeling, advertising, distribution and sale of livestock, poultry and allied
industries; coordinates and monitors activities and projects related to livestock and allied
industries

Answer 28

Bureau of Animal
Industry (BAI)