Invasive Species Flashcards
1
Q
Non-native to the ecosystem and introduction causes or is likely to cause harm - economic, environmental, or impact human health
A
Invasive Species
2
Q
Native to the ecosystem but control mechanisms / population constraints have been removed and population is expanding and likely to cause harm.
A
Invasive Species
3
Q
Examples of Environmental Damage: degrade habitat by impacting _____ quality/abundance (willows/cottonwoods)
A
water
4
Q
Examples of Environmental Damage: increase _____ erosion (honeysuckle, buckthorn)
A
soil
5
Q
Examples of Environmental Damage: out-compete native plants for _____ and _____ (honeysuckle, buckthorn)
A
light and nutrients
6
Q
Examples of Environmental Damage: negatively impact _____ success of native species (honeysuckle, buckthorn)
A
reproductive
