Originally belonging to African territories, the Gambian rat quickly became an invasive species to Florida. In general, the natural habitat of this mammal is not densely populated residential areas, but for several decades the Gambian rat has been causing damage to Florida’s urban ecosystem, namely Grassy Key. Specifically, eight rodents were accidentally released by a local breeder (Perry et al.,...
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Evolution occurs when populations of a species split across geographical regions and become inaccessible to one another. The Galapagos islands are a prime example. Invasive species occur in the UK in four main categories: non-native (such as mollusks), wild, indigenous (it is an animal), and introduced (the products you see in jars and bags). These are not always found in...
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The presence of invasive species in the Everglades is a problem because invasive species have no natural predators, they therefore multiply uncontrollably and devastate populations of native birds and mammals. Our main concerning species are pythons. Pythons are very small, 13-14 inches long, when they are first sold at exotic pet conventions. After 3-4 years pythons can grow to 8...
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Introduction Biodiversity refers to the variety of animals, plants, fungi, and even microbes such as bacteria that make up our natural world. Each of these species and organisms work together in ecosystems to preserve balance and support life, much like an endless chain. In addition, it includes the number and variety of organisms within a defined area. Furthermore, Biodiversity supports...
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Background: Invasive species is the second letter in the acronym HIPPO. HIPPO stands for Habitat destruction, Invasive species, Pollution, human overpopulation, and Overharvesting by hunting and fishing. According to The National Wildlife Federation, invasive species are defined as “any kind of living organism—an amphibian, plant, insect, fish, fungus, bacteria, or even an organism’s seeds or eggs—that is not native to...
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Language is the expression of our thoughts and perceptions of the world in which we live. Through language, we speak to other human beings about our surroundings and the events that occur within them. This powerful communication tool shares our ideas, values, and beliefs. It connects individuals to other individuals and larger communities where their feelings and opinions can potentially...
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Below habitat loss, the invasive plants and animals are identified as the second significant danger to the biodiversity in Yukon. Yukon refers to the Canadian territory that lies in North America. In other North American leadership, a lot of invasive plants are held accountable for habitat destruction, the loss of sustenance resources, and lastly economic damage. Invasive species are referred...
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Introduction: Japanese knotweed is a significant alien plant species found across mostly economically developed countries. Invasive species are well-fitted to the UK’s environment and, having limited to no control methods, multiply quickly and cause social, environmental, or economic issues in many places. They spread very easily due to human and natural disturbances, such as floods or something as simple as...
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The “law of unintended consequences” has applications in all of academia, which is not necessarily a good thing. Its general application in multiple fields has confined it to an abstract idea, rather than an applicable theory. Its concrete use has applications that could be beneficial to the economy, legislation, and regulation. To prove its worth as an applicable theory, it...
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Asian Carp have invaded our lakes and rivers in Kentucky over the past twenty-five years. This infestation has caused a major crisis and has had a huge biological impact on the native species of fish in our waterways. Asian Carp are not native to the waters of our region. In the past, local farmers were allowed to populate these fish...
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Lantana camara is an exotic weed that is distributed throughout the tropical and subtropical world regions (Holm et al 1997) it originated from Central and South America and was introduced into the Philippines from Hawaii and became naturalized. It was introduced as an ornamental plant for gardening because of its colorful flowers of different hybrids (pink, orange, and yellow) and...
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Introduction Florida has one of the greatest invasive species problems in the United States. Many factors make the state particularly vulnerable to introduced species, including Florida’s subtropical climate, status as a transportation hub, pet industry, isolation, and susceptibility to natural disasters. This is a huge threat to native species—especially reptiles and amphibians who thrive in Florida’s climate. Along with changing...
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In this 21st century many news, research articles, and social media have highlighted the most alarming issues regarding the conservation or eradication of non-native species. The concept regarding these values and initiatives keeps on changing with the changing environment. In today’s world, humans have a long record of conserving different elements of nature (Wallach, A.D., et al., 2019) Among them,...
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There is a crisis that is sweeping America. One might ask, what crisis? A forest fire, a hurricane, climate change? No, this crisis is quietly destroying life as we know it. It is an invasive species. Invasive species are animals or plants that are not native to an ecosystem and cause harm to the animal and plant life that lives...
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As with most introduced and invasive species, the Brown Tree Snake has had devastating impacts on Guam’s ecosystem. Since the introduction of the snake, there have been many losses to the local ecosystem, with the extirpation of many local and native bird and lizard species, and population decreases of the flying fox and other lizard species (Rodda & Savidge, 2007;...
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As time goes by, we seem to become more and more aware of our surroundings. We start to understand the world around us and our place in society, especially the link between us and nature. Nature holds a very fragile place in the world and must hold a balance with modern society. But what happens when this delicate balance is...
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An invasive species has taken over the coastline of Maine and is now threatening our economy- the Green Crab. These creepy-crawly creatures came from the ballasts of European ships in the mid-1800s, yet as ocean temperatures are rising, they have become more of a problem than anybody could have imagined. The abundance of clams and mussels in our ocean has...
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The remains of Jill Scott, a 7-year-old girl, were found last week by the tree line of a farm in Texas. She had been dismembered and partially devoured. Jill Scott was the victim of feral hogs that had invaded the west and southwest. Invasive species such as the Burmese Python, European Starling, Lionfish, and Feral Hogs, have become a major...
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In our current age there are many troubling problems facing our national parks. From poaching and pollution to smog and climate change, our national parks are in an everlasting battle to stay up to the standards they have upheld for decades. The most damaging problem that is facing national parks today may actually be invasive species. Invasive species are unwelcome...
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In America, we have a growing issue of feral hogs, and they are becoming very destructive. Hogs are not native to America and are considered an invasive species also known as an alien species. Invasive species are a major problem that must be understood and controlled. Invasive species, as defined by the NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), are organisms...
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From Giant Hogweed to feral cats Invasive species need to be stopped. Defining the Impact/Activity: Invasive species are species that have been introduced to an ecosystem that affect the habitats and bioregions they invade economically, ecologically, socially, and culturally in a negative manner. This paper will describe the intentional and non-intentional causes, ecological, social, cultural, and economic impacts, the solutions,...
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Exotic organisms cause a great harm to the existing a balanced ecosystem in forests and grasslands. Their devastating effects on ecology have led to long periods of research. However, there has been insufficient research on the impact of invasive plants on ecological associations in native communities (Klopfer, 2009). Their effects on a new environment is that they may perform better...
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Susan Bradford is a Hoonah student passionate about protecting her home in the Tongass through education and action on invasive species. As a 2021 Hoonah Alaskan Youth Stewards (AYS) crew member, Susan was taught how to safely remove invasive Oxeye Daisies from infected areas around town. Later in the season Susan and her fellow crew were invited to Tidelines Institute...
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The basic definition of an invasive breed is when one species native to a different habitat is transported into a foreign ecosystem. Without any natural predators, it completely messes up the food chain for the native genus. Some of the ways an invasive species takes over its host habitat is that it has no natural predator, reproduces quickly, and outcompetes...
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Australia is one of the most diverse and species-rich places on the planet. They have just about every type of habitat you can think of across the continent. It consists of, “About 85 per cent of flowering plants, 84 per cent of mammals, more than 45 per cent of birds, and 89 per cent of inshore, freshwater fish are unique...
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A biome selected to describe is a tropical rainforest biome and an ecosystem chosen is the Amazon rainforest. This rainforest is among the largest in the world, having a wide variety of species. In this essay, the example of a keystone species, the Brazil nut tree, found in the biome and ecosystem will be provided. The author will also describe...
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