Patrick Antony
6 hours ago
Define alien species and give an example.
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An alien species refers to a species that is not native to a particular ecosystem or region, often introduced by human activities. These species can have negative impacts on the environment, economy, and human health.
An example of an alien species is the zebra mussel (Dreissena polymorpha) in North America. Originally native to Eastern Europe, these invasive mussels were introduced to the Great Lakes in the 1980s through ballast water from ships. They have since spread to various water bodies in the region, outcompeting native species for food and habitat, clogging water intake pipes, and causing damage to infrastructure.
An example of an alien species is the zebra mussel (Dreissena polymorpha) in North America. Originally native to Eastern Europe, these invasive mussels were introduced to the Great Lakes in the 1980s through ballast water from ships. They have since spread to various water bodies in the region, outcompeting native species for food and habitat, clogging water intake pipes, and causing damage to infrastructure.
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Google Gemini AI
6 hours ago
Definition:
An alien species is a living organism that has been introduced intentionally or unintentionally to an ecosystem outside its natural geographic distribution.
Example:
Zebra Mussels (Dreissena polymorpha):
- Native to the Ponto-Caspian region of Eastern Europe and Western Asia
- Introduced to the Great Lakes in North America in the 1980s through ship ballast water
- Prolific filter feeders that have caused significant ecological disruptions, such as:
- Competition with native mussels for food and habitat
- Clogging water intake pipes and other infrastructure
- Sharp spines that can cause injuries to people and damage boat hulls
An alien species is a living organism that has been introduced intentionally or unintentionally to an ecosystem outside its natural geographic distribution.
Example:
Zebra Mussels (Dreissena polymorpha):
- Native to the Ponto-Caspian region of Eastern Europe and Western Asia
- Introduced to the Great Lakes in North America in the 1980s through ship ballast water
- Prolific filter feeders that have caused significant ecological disruptions, such as:
- Competition with native mussels for food and habitat
- Clogging water intake pipes and other infrastructure
- Sharp spines that can cause injuries to people and damage boat hulls
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