Invasive Species and Their Impact

The video explores the impact of invasive species in Florida, focusing on peafowl, tegus, and lionfish. It highlights the challenges these species pose to local ecosystems and the efforts by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to manage them. The video also discusses the importance of public awareness and participation in conservation efforts.

What makes an invasive species different from a non-native species?

• Invasive species are always larger.

• Invasive species cause harm to the environment.

• Invasive species are native to the area.

• Non-native species are always beneficial.

Why do some residents of Coconut Grove appreciate the presence of peafowl?

• They believe peafowl improve air quality.

• They think peafowl help control pests.

• They enjoy the aesthetic beauty and sounds of the birds.

• They believe peafowl are a natural part of the ecosystem.

What is the primary reason for the introduction of peafowl to Florida?

• They were introduced to control pests.

• They migrated naturally from India.

• They were part of a conservation effort.

• They were brought as pets in the 1970s.

What is a significant threat posed by the tegu in Florida?

• They cause soil erosion.

• They prey on native animals' eggs.

• They spread diseases to humans.

• They consume large amounts of vegetation.

What method does Rodney Irvin use to capture tegus?

• He captures them with nets.

• He uses poison traps.

• He hunts them with dogs.

• He uses live animal traps.

How do lionfish affect coral reef ecosystems?

• They consume important juvenile fish species.

• They promote coral growth.

• They clean the reefs by eating debris.

• They help maintain the balance of algae.

What is a potential economic impact of lionfish on Florida's reefs?

• Increased tourism revenue.

• Improved water quality.

• Loss of biodiversity leading to reduced tourism.

• Higher fishery yields.

What is the main reason for the lionfish's impact on fisheries?

• They are a popular food source.

• They are a protected species.

• They are not selective in their diet.

• They help control algae growth.

What is one of the goals of the FWC's exotic pet amnesty program?

• To provide a safe way to surrender unwanted exotic pets.

• To allow people to release pets into the wild safely.

• To ban the ownership of all exotic pets.

• To increase the population of exotic pets.

What is the FWC's strategy to manage the invasive species problem?

• Introducing more non-native species.

• Educating the public and organizing pet amnesty events.

• Banning all exotic pets.

• Relocating invasive species to other states.