Invasive species

A plant or animal species that originated in a specific area and are suited to that area.

An organism that is not native to the area is has been placed in either deliberately or accidentally by humans.

An introduced species that threatens the environmental resources and other organisms within its habitat.

This species is able to thrive in a wide variety of environmental conditions and make use of a wide range of resources.

This type of species can only survive in a narrow range of environmental conditions and has a limited diet.

All introduced species are invasive

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Choose the invasive species in Australia from the list below

• cane toads

• camels

• rabbits

• foxes

The European Honey Bee is an invasive species in Australia

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Introduced species can be brought to a country unknowingly

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Invasive Species have negative effects on the following:

• the environment

• native species

• the economy

• food webs