Introduced species

Definition of an introduced species

• an organism that is not native to a place where it is now living.

• an organism that is native to a place that it is living.

• an organism that you have met.

• an organism that has been introduced to other organisms

Which of the following is not an introduced species species to Australia

• Cane Toad

• Rabbit

• Koala

• Rat

Which of the following is not a reason introduced species thrive in an area?

• A lack of predator

• Prior knowledge of the area.

• Occupying a niche that is unoccupied

• They can reproduce and grow rapidly.

One of the main reasons rabbits are able to thrive in Australia is that they can?

Introduced species can impact ecosystems by: (4 points)

List as many methods as you can, that are used to control introduced species