Definitions
What is Invasive Species?
Non-native species to an ecosystem causes environmental and economic harm.
What is the impact of invasive species on native biodiversity?
Invasive species can outcompete native species for resources, leading to reduced biodiversity and ecosystem disruption.
Name Invasive Species.
Zebra Mussels, Asian Carp, Tree of Heaven, Asian Longhorn Beetle, Ash Borer, Water Chestnut, Oriental Bittersweet, Japanese Knotweed
What are some of the most common pathways for invasive species introduction?
Invasive species are often introduced through ballast water from ships, ornamental plants, pets, agriculture, and accidentally through soil or materials moved by humans.
Why are maps helpful to track invasive species?
Maps help to monitor the spread of invasive species, track their distribution, and prioritize management efforts.
What is Invasion Biology?
The study of how species spread to new regions and interactions of new area.
What are some common characteristics of invasive species?
Invasive species often reproduce rapidly, have high dispersal rates, and lack natural predators in the new environment.
How many reservoirs are in New York?
Nineteen
How do invasive aquatic animals travel?
Asexual reproduction, Sold in pet trades, Survive transit(boat)
Why should invasive species management strategies consider geographic location?
Different regions may have different environmental conditions, which affect the success of invasive species and control methods.
What is Hybridization?
How does climate change contribute to the spread of invasive species?
Warmer temperatures, altered precipitation patterns, and extreme weather events can create conditions favorable for some invasive species.
How can researchers and conservationists track the movement of invasive species through global transportation networks
Reflect on the tools and methods (e.g., GPS tracking, remote sensing, or data sharing between countries) used to monitor the spread of invasive species globally.
How can invasive species be transported via ballast water in ships, and what methods are used to mitigate this risk?
Think about the volume of water in ships' ballast tanks and how it could unintentionally carry marine species between ecosystems.
How can invasive species maps help with early detection and rapid response to invasions?
Think about how having real-time data on species presence can help prioritize resources and actions for controlling or eradicating invasive species before they become widespread.
What is Biological Control? Name the three types of Biological Control.
Natural enemies reduce populations of invasive species. Insect Pests, Weeds, and Plant Diseases
How do genetic drift and gene flow influence invasive species?
Genetic drift can lead to loss of genetic variation in small populations, while gene flow can help invasive species adapt to new environments.
How many gallons of water to NYC everyday?
1.1 Billion Gallons of water per day
How do Terrestrial plants travel?
Human activity, High seed dispersal, and High tolerance to environmental conditions
How can maps be used to visualize the effectiveness of management strategies for invasive species over time?
Reflect on how mapping changes in species populations or ranges can show whether control methods are working and which areas need more attention.
What is Propagule Pressure? What can be propagule pressure?
The number of organisms released into a new area, and is used to understand the spread of invasive species. Quality, quantity, and frequency of individuals
What makes a species "invasive" versus just "introduced" or "non-native"?
A species is considered invasive when it causes harm or disruption to the ecosystem, economy, or human health, while a non-native species does not necessarily cause negative effects.
Name a type of Hypothesis
Enemy Release Hypothesis, Darwin Cluster, Resource Availability, Propagule, Trait
Invasive forest pests travel by..
Transported in solid wood, sib mating, aggregation
Where did imap originate from?
New York