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How does the introduction of nonnative species changes affect an ecosystem?
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∙ 11y ago
Non-native species affect an ecosystem because they are organisms that are living outside of their natural range. This non-native species is a lot like pollution. It can harm or destroy native species because they compete or hunt for their food and water.
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What changes have been observed in the ecosystem since the species introduction brown tree snakes?
bird population decreased as the snake fed on the bird eggs.
What is a species that can change a whole ecosystem when it changes in number?
rats
What do you call ecosystems where species are endangered?
There are many things that can cause an ecosystem to become endangered. When an ecosystem and the species in that ecosystem become endangered, it is known as a hotspot.
What are species that don't belong in a particular area?
A species that "belongs" in a particular area, as you put it, is called a native species. I am sure that animals who find themselves in a non-natural habitat are called a non-native species, an invasive species, or introduced species. The introduction of some species into new environments can have devastating results - this is because the invasive species can eradicate necessary native species that are necessary to support a healthy ecosystem.
What would happen if the ecosystem changes?
Some animals would die. (some species would die)
What is non native species?
a non native species is a species that isn't within a certain ecosystem.
What is a common source of the introduction of nonnative species?
people
How do you make this sentence shorter nonnative species could often cause ecosystem wide impact?
Imported species may damage the ecosystem.
What is the problem associated with introducing nonnative species into an area?
It could destroy a whole ecosystem or foodweb.
What are two factors that will determine whether a nonnative species becomes an invasive species?
An "invasive species" is defined as a species that is 1) non-native (or alien) to the ecosystem under consideration and 2) whose introduction causes or is likely to cause economic or environmental harm or harm to human health.
What conclusion can be drawn from the rat outbreak hypothesis for Easter Island?
The introduction of nonnative species has environmental consequences.
Is an alien or nonnative species beneficial to an ecosystem?
most often not because the ecosystem has developed and sustained itself amongst itself and what its got, and if you throw an un known animal in there, it will unbalance the whole ecosystem.
Why keystone species are so important to ecosystem function?
The keystone species is critical to maintaining the stability of an ecosystem, and changes in its population indicate changes in ecosystem health.
How would the introduction of a predator species affect the stability of an ecosystem?
The introduction of a new predator can have the species eaten with no time to evolve to defend against it
What are some environmental disturbances?
Environmental disturbances are changes in the environment that cause lasting and major changes to the ecosystem. Some examples are floods, fires, introduction of new species, windstorms, and insect outbreaks.
A nonnative species of ant is introduced into a woodland ecosystem. Which would most likely stop the species from becoming invasive?
The fish shares a niche with another species
Which factor can influence continual change in an ecosystem. Further disturbances or long-term climate changes or introduction of nonavtie species?
Yes, they all can influence continual change in an ecosystem. Any of these could cause an ecosystem to spiral out of control, or could cause it to settle into a new ecosystem depending on the specifics.
