Identification
This is a flashy insect that has caused a major decrease in ash trees across Ohio.
Emerald ash borer
Zebra mussels were brought to the Great Lakes by this.
A ship
Which of the following was mentioned in the article: multiflora rose; mountain pine beetle; lionfish; round goby
Mountain pine beetle
This mammal caused an E. Coli contamination.
Feral Pig
Garlic Mustard
This jawless fish was introduced to the Great Lakes in the 1930s
Sea Lamprey
Name one way to stop the introduction of invasive species.
Clean outdoor equipment; buy firewood locally
Which of the following is threat to Ohio: lionfish; zebra mussels; Burmese python; purple loosestrife
Purple loosestrife
This snake is becoming a big problem in the Everglades.
Burmese python
In addition to the Round Goby, this aquatic creature is also from the Caspian Sea
Zebra mussels
This highly toxic fish invaded the coasts of Florida.
Lionfish
You must buy this locally when traveling or camping
firewood
Which of the following is not a threat in Ohio: Japanese beetle; small Indian mongoose; emerald ash borer; multiflora rose
Small Indian mongoose
The fungus Ophiostoma ulmi affects this type of tree.
Elm
The Small Indian mongoose is invasive in this area.
Islands in the Pacific and Indian Oceans, and Carribean Sea
This beetle from Asia commonly feasts on garden plants.
Japanese beetle
Name one method ships can bring invasive species to new waterways.
Ballast water; propellors; wood; shipping palettes or crates
Which of the following is inedible: multiflora rose; purple loosestrife; garlic mustard; amur honeysuckle
What percent of endangered species are at risk because of invasives?
40-45%
Why is the Burmese python invasive to the Everglades?
They were released by people who owned them as pets
This crustacean invaded the San Fransisco Bay area.
European green crab
The round goby was introduced from this sea.
Black Sea or Caspian Sea.
Which of the following is not invasive in Ohio: purple loosestrife, staghorn sumac, common reed, multiflora rose
Staghorn sumac
The water hyacinth was introduced by what?
Humans, for its beauty
What species falls from trees in the winter?
Green Iguana