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  • 10 Ways You Can Prevent the Spread of Invasive Species

    • Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay.

  • Killer Bees: A Deadly Swarm

    • Natural History Museum (United Kingdom).

  • Lionfish Invasion: A Threat to North American Ecosystems

    • Apr 1, 2024

    • North America Invasive Species Management Association.

    • The lionfish is a striking yet destructive invasive species that has found its way into the waters of North America, leaving a trail of ecological havoc in its wake. In this blog post, we delve into the alarming impact of lionfish invasion on our local marine environments and the urgent need for concerted action.

  • The Five Drivers of Extinction: Invasive Species

    • Dec 6, 2022

    • Defenders of Wildlife.

    • Over recent decades, globalization has led to an increase in the international flow of people and goods, bringing people together but also bringing together species that have never coexisted before. Species that are introduced and successfully colonize areas outside their natural ranges are considered ‘invasive’ and can have devastating impacts on species native to the region. Invasive species can cause the decline or extinction of native species, outcompeting them for food, water and space, preying upon them or introducing them to new diseases.