• Here, we compared the germination patterns between native (North America) and introduced (China) populations of Plantago virginica for four consecutive years to examine whether there has been adaptive differentiation in germination traits and how these traits are related to local climatic conditions. (pensoft.net)
  • I was able to familiarize myself with many tree species native or cultivated in North America, but not found at home in Montana. (wildflowers-and-weeds.com)
  • Welcome to the latest edition of the Native Plants Database where you can explore the wealth of native plants in North America. (wildflower.org)
  • It is an introduced species native to eastern North America. (ou.edu)
  • improving forest management practices, strengthening polices to prevent non-native pests from entering North America, and promoting "slow the spread" programs - such as the Don't Move Firewood campaign. (nature.org)
  • In the temperate forests of North America, Redbud and Tulip Poplar trees, for example, support approximately 20 species of insects each. (si.edu)
  • Invasive species can have profound effects on ecosystems by changing ecosystem structure, function, species abundance, and community composition. (wikipedia.org)
  • An invasive species is an introduced species that disrupts natural ecosystems. (royalalbertamuseum.ca)
  • Invasive species can disrupt ecosystems by having no natural predators, being toxic, overtaking natural species, spreading rapidly in new ecosystems, using habitats that few native species use, and sometimes by killing native species. (royalalbertamuseum.ca)
  • Aquatic invasive species (AIS) represent a huge threat to the state's native ecosystems, but there are a number of ways the hazard to Washington's waters can be fought. (wa.gov)
  • Biodiversity is commonly defined as the biological diversity of species including plants (flora), animals (fauna) and ecosystems. (csrwire.com)
  • Introduced, or invasive, species are today a major and common problem for many ecosystems. (lu.se)
  • They have been introduced into new environments where they cause major disruptions in the established ecosystems, usually from a direct or indirect human intervention. (lu.se)
  • This project aims to contribute to better predictions about invasive species' development, adaptations and how they affect our ecosystems. (lu.se)
  • Several invasive mosquito species that are nuisances or of medical and veterinary importance have been introduced into the Southeastern region of the USA, posing a threat to other species and the local ecosystems and/or increasing the risk of pathogen transmission to people, livestock, and domestic pets. (cdc.gov)
  • Xu X, Wolfe L, Diez J, Zheng Y, Guo H, Hu S (2019) Differential germination strategies of native and introduced populations of the invasive species Plantago virginica . (pensoft.net)
  • We found that the introduced populations of P. virginica had significantly higher germination percentages and faster and shorter durations of germination than native populations. (pensoft.net)
  • 95% in introduced populations). (pensoft.net)
  • These results demonstrate striking differences in germination strategies between native and introduced populations which may contribute to their successful invasion. (pensoft.net)
  • Moreover, the germination strategy of P. virginica in their native range exhibited clear geographical variation across populations, with trends towards higher germination percentages at higher latitudes and lower annual mean temperatures and annual precipitation. (pensoft.net)
  • In the introduced range, however, their germination strategies were more conserved, with less variation amongst populations, suggesting that P. virginica may have experienced strong selection for earlier life history characteristics. (pensoft.net)
  • Well known examples include the introduction from the USA of grey squirrels and signal crayfish ravaging the UK's native red squirrel and white clawed crayfish populations respectively. (climatechangelegalblogarchive.com)
  • Here we report that the number of parasite species found in native populations is twice that found in exotic populations. (usgs.gov)
  • In addition, introduced populations are less heavily parasitized (in terms of percentage infected) than are native populations. (usgs.gov)
  • To sum up, the California Mantis is a fascinating insect species that plays a vital role in controlling pest populations. (whatsthatbug.com)
  • I want to understand how observed genetic variation relates to species limits, how variation is maintained and distributed throughout populations or selected for within single infections. (lu.se)
  • 22 Whataroa virus has been detected only in bird populations and two endemic mosquito species ( Culex pervigilans and Culiseta tonnoiri ) to date, around Whataroa township on New Zealand's South Island. (who.int)
  • Chaetogaster species are predators, actively hunting and consuming smaller organisms. (microscopyu.com)
  • Many of the species have conspicuous aposematic (warning) colours and patterns, such as red with black spots, that warn potential predators that they taste bad. (wikipedia.org)
  • Most coccinellid species are carnivorous predators, preying on insects such as aphids and scale insects . (wikipedia.org)
  • With few predators to keep them in check, spotted lanternfly numbers can quickly get out of control and they can decimate many species of plants, including commercially important ones like apples, grapes and hops . (cnn.com)
  • Invasive species thrive in favorable environmental conditions that lack predators, competitors and diseases. (usu.edu)
  • This, in addition to having few predators, has facilitated for the species to spread very rapidly across Sweden. (lu.se)
  • In biogeography, a native species is indigenous to a given region or ecosystem if its presence in that region is the result of only local natural evolution (though often popularised as "with no human intervention") during history. (wikipedia.org)
  • The introduction of non-native species can have a devastating effect on an ecosystem, for example, by introducing disease, preying on native species or simply outcompeting native species in the search for food. (climatechangelegalblogarchive.com)
  • ii) A lack of biodiversity has significant monetary impacts - for example, the loss of insect and animal species diversity is not just a loss for their ecosystem, but a much larger domino effect. (csrwire.com)
  • Along with Cornell University , the USDA Forest Service , the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies , and Purdue University , TNC published a study showing that insects and diseases, including non-native wood-boring insects, reduce a forest's long-term ability to capture and store carbon. (nature.org)
  • TNC implements decontamination procedures to prevent the unintentional movement of invasive species, practices early detection and rapid response to new invasive species to thwart their establishment, and learns and shares the latest treatment approaches to conduct integrated pest management of established invasive species that are likely to be ecosystem game changers and which are controllable. (nature.org)
  • TNC joins state and federal agencies and private groups in carefully considered on-the-ground strategies to minimize the ecosystem impacts of invasive species. (nature.org)
  • Each and every invasive introduction forever alters both the native fish assemblage and the ecosystem as a whole. (maine.gov)
  • The native species will also adapt in various ways when a new species enters the ecosystem. (lu.se)
  • A new species in the Swedish ecosystem is Arion vulgaris , which came to southern Sweden in the 1970s from central/southern Europe. (lu.se)
  • Last year, a landmark report by scientists from IPBES (the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services ) stated that one million species are facing extinction. (lu.se)
  • However, few studies have jointly examined the role played by drought on growth and mortality in tree species inhabiting floodplain forests. (slu.se)
  • Here, we focused on mortality events occurring since the early 2000s on large areas in a floodplain forest located within the Ticino regional park in Northwest Italy, where affected native (pedunculate oak, Quercus robur L.) and introduced tree species (black locust, Robinia pseudoacacia L.) coexist. (slu.se)
  • Moreover, trees that died formed smaller xylem vessels in the past than living trees and also showed more negative delta C-13 values in both tree species, indicating a higher intrinsic water-use efficiency in living than in dead trees. (slu.se)
  • We conclude that a climate shift from wet to warm-dry summer conditions in the early 1990s triggered forest dieback and induced mortality in both tree species. (slu.se)
  • The number of insects supported by trees varies greatly depending on the tree species. (si.edu)
  • We want to know how these and other introduced trees compare to native tree species. (si.edu)
  • A recent prosecution has illustrated the consequences of releasing non-native species into UK habitats, notwithstanding that the motivation of the two defendants was entirely benevolent. (climatechangelegalblogarchive.com)
  • Higher IPTV may increase a population's niche breath and benefit interspecies competition under a resource-limited environment, thus affecting the ability of a species to move into novel habitats. (osti.gov)
  • The more than 6,000 described species have a global distribution and are found in a variety of habitats. (wikipedia.org)
  • All of Florida's native habitats-marine, freshwater and terrestrial-are threatened by invasive species. (nature.org)
  • Protect native habitats by minimizing the damage caused by invasive species that are challenging or impossible to eradicate. (nature.org)
  • Certain non-native plants can wreak havoc on agricultural systems as well as natural habitats. (nature.org)
  • Opinion: The invasive species overrunning our habitats won't be easy to dislodge. (cnn.com)
  • Many non-native species are not able to spread or reproduce in natural habitats. (usu.edu)
  • Invasive species are the second leading cause of species extinction and loss of biodiversity in aquatic habitats throughout the word. (usu.edu)
  • A native species in a location is not necessarily also endemic to that location. (wikipedia.org)
  • Endemic species are exclusively found in a particular place. (wikipedia.org)
  • The terms endemic and native also do not imply that an organism necessarily first originated or evolved where it is currently found. (wikipedia.org)
  • Categorise them into native, endemic and introduced species. (doc.govt.nz)
  • A10: Reclassification to threatened means federal, state and partnering organizations, private citizens, public and private landowners and academia successfully moved this species away from the immediate threat of extinction. (fws.gov)
  • Invasive species like Harmonia axyridis pose a threat to native ones. (wikipedia.org)
  • The threat posed by invasive species is second only to habitat destruction through development. (nature.org)
  • As part of TNC's Center for Conservation Initiatives , stewardship staff strive to minimize the threat of invasive non-native species to advance natural resource management. (nature.org)
  • Of 37,000 alien species known to have been introduced around the world, 3,500 pose a "severe global threat. (cnn.com)
  • Nicholas Reo, an assistant professor at Dartmouth College, is bringing Indigenous ways of understanding invasive plants and animal species into academia. (cbc.ca)
  • Indigenous knowledge, however, views these 'intruder' plants and animal species as nations in their own right. (cbc.ca)
  • Earlier this month a United Nations-backed report found that invasive species cost the world at least $423 billion annually, leading to the extinction of plant and animal species, threatening our food supply and worsening environmental catastrophes around the world. (cnn.com)
  • There are today a number of different plant and animal species that are labelled as invasive. (lu.se)
  • Moreover, the distinction between native and non-native as being tied to a local occurrence during historical times has been criticised as lacking perspective, and a case was made for more graded categorisations such as that of prehistoric natives, which occurred in a region during prehistory but have since suffered local extinction there due to human involvement. (wikipedia.org)
  • Reduced parasitization of introduced species has several causes, including reduced probability of the introduction of parasites with exotic species (or early extinction after host establishment), absence of other required hosts in the new location, and the host-specific limitations of native parasites adapting to new hosts. (usgs.gov)
  • A2: The ESA defines endangered as "in danger of extinction throughout all or a significant portion of its range" whereas "threatened" is defined as "likely to become an endangered species within the foreseeable future throughout all or a significant portion of its range. (fws.gov)
  • Zoonotic disease is closely linked to wildlife trade and habitat destruction, of course, but the pandemic also indicates how global problems like species extinction require global, holistic solutions - and how international cooperation, action and ambition can be stymied by competition, suspicion and protectionism. (lu.se)
  • Many naidids are sediment dwellers but other species are found living among aquatic plants. (microscopyu.com)
  • Boaters, kayakers, anglers and anyone who recreates or works in Washington's waters should take measures to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. (wa.gov)
  • Aquatic invasive species can be difficult to see. (wa.gov)
  • It is illegal to transport aquatic invasive species from one waterbody to another in the state of Washington. (wa.gov)
  • Invasive aquatic species are introduced exotic flora and fauna that displace native plant and animal communities. (maine.gov)
  • Maine DEP's Invasive Aquatic Species Program addresses invasive aquatic species - primarily plants - in three ways: prevention, early detection and control. (maine.gov)
  • Native species form communities and biological interactions with other specific flora, fauna, fungi, and other organisms. (wikipedia.org)
  • These newer plants 'behave differently' than native cattails, for example, and choke wetlands where they grow and proliferate, pushing out native flora and fauna. (cbc.ca)
  • Cut off from the continent around 8,000 years ago, as the ice retreated and re-opened the North Sea and English Channel, our native mammal fauna was fixed. (mammal.org.uk)
  • Non-native forest pests threaten Florida's natural lands, orchards, street trees, and forest industry-with additional pests like emerald ash borer coming increasingly closer to the state. (nature.org)
  • Invasive species are non-native species that threaten the diversity or abundance of native species due to their uncontrollable population growth, causing ecological or economic impacts. (usu.edu)
  • The plant grows quickly, crowding out wildflower species and reducing open habitat favoured by native birds and butterflies. (natureconservancy.ca)
  • Clean equipment that has come into contact with Washington waters by removing all visible native and non-native plants, algae or mud from shoes, waders, life vests, boat hulls and engines, trailers and other gear. (wa.gov)
  • It is against the law to release non-native species into state waters through intentional or unintentional means. (wa.gov)
  • The red king crab is native only to the north Pacific around the Kamchatka peninsula and neighbouring Alaskan waters. (bbc.co.uk)
  • Introducing any new fish into Maine's waters without proper authorization is illegal… and often forever. (maine.gov)
  • Once illegal fishes are introduced into Maine waters, many times there is no turning back. (maine.gov)
  • Ten species of catfish live in Iowa waters. (iowadnr.gov)
  • Sunfish" is a general term that describes six different species of disc-shaped fish found in Iowa waters. (iowadnr.gov)
  • Three black bass species live in Iowa waters. (iowadnr.gov)
  • However, the capacity for invasive mosquito species surveillance is highly variable among mosquito control programs in the Southeast, depending on a combination of factors such as regional geography and climate, access to resources, and the ability to interact with other programs. (cdc.gov)
  • To facilitate the development of invasive mosquito surveillance in the region, we, the Mosquito BEACONS (Biodiversity Enhancement and Control of Non-native Species) working group, conducted a survey on the capacities of various public health agencies and pest control agencies engaged in mosquito surveillance and control in seven Southeastern states (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, and South Carolina). (cdc.gov)
  • It also does not address releases of transgenic or exotic (non-native) mosquito species, both of which require particular regulatory approval. (cdc.gov)
  • The term is equivalent to the concept of indigenous or autochthonous species. (wikipedia.org)
  • His research focuses on Indigenous approaches to mitigating invasive species like cattails, pictured left. (cbc.ca)
  • Rather than explaining why invasive species have arrived, Indigenous communities seek to build relationships with them, he said. (cbc.ca)
  • This prompted them to conduct a broad survey in the United States and Canada to understand how different Indigenous communities are dealing with invasive species, and promote their work. (cbc.ca)
  • Using invasive species goes well beyond cattails in some Indigenous cultures. (cbc.ca)
  • this arcane word means the same as native and indigenous, and those are older and well-accepted expressions. (ufl.edu)
  • When introduced into healthy tissue, the HACEK group organisms have the potential for invasive disease and abscess formation. (medscape.com)
  • That pleasure-taking in the process of eradication is something you can't say about the laborious process of pulling kudzu, a noxious vegetation native to Japan and southeast China that has been spreading for over a hundred years. (cnn.com)
  • Tamarisk has displaced native vegetation (e.g., cottonwoods, willows) on approximately 1.6 million acres of land in the Western United States and is still spreading. (usu.edu)
  • Even leaf piles can be problematic, as dumped piles can smother native vegetation. (natureconservancy.ca)
  • Germination strategies are critically important for the survival, establishment and spread of plant species. (pensoft.net)
  • In Western conservation science, there's a concerted effort to protect areas from the spread of invasive species. (cbc.ca)
  • We can all do our part to reduce the spread of invasive species by researching our garden plants , removing dirt from our outdoor equipment, and following the provincial guidelines for invasive species . (royalalbertamuseum.ca)
  • The data we and our collaborators are collecting tracks the spread of these species, at least in a coarse way. (usgs.gov)
  • This early-detection, rapid-response can help slow the spread of these non-native constrictor snakes. (nature.org)
  • These species grow and reproduce rapidly, and can spread with or without human help, causing major disturbance to the areas where they are present. (maine.gov)
  • Some 200 new alien species have been documented every year, scientists say, spread by human travel or global trade. (cnn.com)
  • They destroy crops, wipe out native species , pollute waterways, spread disease and lay the groundwork for devastating natural disasters. (cnn.com)
  • Improperly cleaned equipment from fieldwork or recreational activities can unintentionally spread invasive species on the equipment that is used. (usu.edu)
  • Dumping yard waste in natural areas can introduce alien invasive species that will thrive and spread. (natureconservancy.ca)
  • Also known as feral pigs , they are native to Europe and Asia , and have been known to grow to three feet in height, six feet in length and weigh over 500 pounds. (cnn.com)
  • At home, in cold and arid Montana, our forests have very low species diversity, so I always enjoy traveling to warmer climates to discover new trees. (wildflowers-and-weeds.com)
  • Monitoring trees and forests for signs of invasive species. (maine.gov)
  • Detecting an invasive species early can allow for mitigation that will reduce the impact of the pest on Maine's forests. (maine.gov)
  • The biodiversity convention states specifically that introduced species is one of the four most important factors for species extermination in the world. (bbc.co.uk)
  • Finding common ground to act globally on biodiversity requires legitimacy and trust, write Sam Geall and Malin Oud , introducing the workshop and linked series of articles on the website. (lu.se)
  • free-ranging wildlife species. (cdc.gov)
  • wildlife professionals can then capture the snakes, which snack on endangered species and can grow longer than 20 feet. (nature.org)
  • 4,8 These global concerns are reflected in New Zealand with an increase in active surveillance for otential disease threats being advocated for the benefit of native wildlife, domestic stock and public health. (who.int)
  • Dandelions, while they may be considered a nuisance by some, are completely edible by animals, don't typically outcompete native species, and are one of the first flowers available to bees and other pollinators in the spring. (royalalbertamuseum.ca)
  • Sometimes the new species can hybridize with established species and give rise to rapid selection of adapted individuals that can outcompete the original species. (lu.se)
  • and (ii) compared xylem vessel diameter and tree-ring C isotope discrimination (delta C-13) to highlight differences in water-use strategies between living and dead trees in both species. (slu.se)
  • It was especially thrilling to tour the amazing diversity of New Zealand to see the native trees and shrubs , the podocarps and also the many introduced and cultivated trees and shrubs found throughout the country. (wildflowers-and-weeds.com)
  • The gallery below is just a sampling of some of the introduced trees and shrubs found in New Zealand. (wildflowers-and-weeds.com)
  • I hauled my own book all over the country, geeking out on native and introduced trees and flowers. (wildflowers-and-weeds.com)
  • Factsheets in the DOC Experiencing native trees resource provide examples. (doc.govt.nz)
  • Play the meet your needs game (in the DOC Experiencing native trees resource , page 20-21). (doc.govt.nz)
  • and Russian olive ( Eleagnus angustifolia ) are two non-native trees found in the park. (azstateparks.com)
  • These trees, like all the native species, have co-evolved with migratory birds, who rely on the sustenance they provide to restore fat reserves lost during their long journey to the wintering grounds. (si.edu)
  • In previous studies by others, when scientists wanted to know which species of insects took up residence in trees, they would fog the tree with insecticide and catch the fallen insects in a net, noting the number and species. (si.edu)
  • At the same time, scientists worldwide were beginning to document the quiet, dramatic decline of a multitude of insect species. (davidsuzuki.org)
  • The diversity of species across many parts of the world exists only because bioregions are separated by barriers, particularly large rivers, seas, oceans, mountains, and deserts. (wikipedia.org)
  • Within the research project we study various aspects of Arion vulgaris , like genetics, diversity, molecular processes and hybridization with native species. (lu.se)
  • The species has invaded several biotopes from urban gardens to agricultural land, causing damage to crops. (lu.se)
  • The use of cultivars derived from native species is a widely disputed practice among native plant advocates. (wikipedia.org)
  • The ban includes the listed species and all cultivars, varieties and hybrids. (maine.gov)
  • Native plant organizations such as the Society for Ecological Restoration, native plant societies, Wild Ones, and Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center encourage the use of native plants. (wikipedia.org)
  • Many books have been written on the subject of planting native plants in home gardens. (wikipedia.org)
  • In addition, novel pressures in the introduced range may lead to phenotypic changes related to fitness or competitive ability of introduced plants. (unifr.ch)
  • We grew Centaurea stoebe L. and Senecio inaequidens D.C. in a greenhouse experiment to test for differences in fitness (shoot biomass, reproductive output) and competitive ability (vegetative size, specific leaf area, leaf dry matter content, root-shoot ratio) between diploid and polyploid cytotypes as well as between native and introduced plants. (unifr.ch)
  • The idea of native and non-native species presents foreign plants and animals as something to be understood or dealt with. (cbc.ca)
  • Non-native plants, by definition, shouldn't exist in a new place. (cbc.ca)
  • Many introduced species produce the foods that we eat, the plants we grow, the fish we catch or even the honey on our toast! (royalalbertamuseum.ca)
  • Within a mile of your yard (urban or rural) there are at least over 100 species of bees looking for the right plants. (usgs.gov)
  • Use the options below to search for 25,199 native plants by scientific or common name or choose a particular family of plants. (wildflower.org)
  • For non-native or introduced species, please visit the USDA Plants Database . (wildflower.org)
  • The following species, not included in the Vascular Plants of British Columbia Vol. 1-4 (Douglas et al. (ou.edu)
  • According to Vascular plants of British Columbia this species was last collected in B.C. in 1890. (ou.edu)
  • The simple act of adding native plants to your garden or balcony is a great first step. (davidsuzuki.org)
  • Like many areas of Arizona, Lyman Lake State Park is also home to non-native plants and animals. (azstateparks.com)
  • It has been estimated that more than 3,000 species of animals and plants are transported daily around the world in ballast water. (usu.edu)
  • When you are buying plants for your yard or garden make sure they are not invasive species. (usu.edu)
  • Replace invasive species with non-invasive plants. (usu.edu)
  • Eucalyptus, which has been introduced to Latin America and hails from Australia, produces secondary compounds that protect the plants against insect herbivores so that they will not chew on the leaves. (si.edu)
  • The Horticulture Program maintains a list of invasive terrestrial plant species that are prohibited from sale in Maine. (maine.gov)
  • One species, Chaetogaster limnaei , is a parasite of snails and in the 1990s was also found to be parasitizing zebra mussels, an exotic invasive species that has been spreading throughout North American waterways. (microscopyu.com)
  • Very little information exists on the genetic composition of these invasive snails and the extent to which they hybridize with our native species, such as the black forest snail (Arion ater). (lu.se)
  • An introduced species is one that is moved into a new area that it is not naturally found in. (royalalbertamuseum.ca)
  • There are numerous invasive species such as Canada thistle, Dutch elm disease, silver carp, and earthworms are found in Alberta. (royalalbertamuseum.ca)
  • More than 800 species of wild bee can be found in Canada, and at least a couple hundred live in our major urban areas. (davidsuzuki.org)
  • The California Mantis (Stagmomantis californica) is a fascinating predatory insect native to the western United States, primarily found in California. (whatsthatbug.com)
  • Brown, green, or yellowish hues can all be found within a single species. (whatsthatbug.com)
  • The following is a full list of mammal species found in and around the British Isles, totalling 107. (mammal.org.uk)
  • They're good pollinators, but many of Canada's native bees are more effective, yet they fly largely under the radar. (davidsuzuki.org)
  • To test whether introduced species are less parasitized, we have compared the parasites of exotic species in their native and introduced ranges, using 26 host species of molluscs, crustaceans, fishes, birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles. (usgs.gov)
  • Thus, no species of bird or butterfly occurs only in Florida although infraspecific categories ('subspecies') of birds and butterflies and mammals that are recognized only from Florida are named 'endangered species' in federal and/or state lists. (ufl.edu)
  • Problem/Condition: Malaria is caused by one of four species of Plasmodium (i.e. (cdc.gov)
  • Several species have been introduced outside their range as biological control agents, with varying degrees of success. (wikipedia.org)
  • I collected it again September 29, 1993 on the northeast shore of Osoyoos Lake (Lomer # 93-281) where it was sparsely scattered among other annual species just above waterline. (ou.edu)
  • Reports from the public are an invaluable method of detecting invasive species in a sparsely settled state. (maine.gov)
  • Reo, an assistant professor of Native American and environmental studies at Dartmouth College, alongside anthropologist Laura Ogden, is researching how invasive species mitigation could be approached differently. (cbc.ca)
  • Bees are tiny, one bush or one clump of perennials is often all it takes to foster native bees in your yard. (usgs.gov)
  • Attracting and tending these native bees on your property is all about planting the right flowers and flowering bushes. (usgs.gov)
  • We related growth with climate data and drought severity to discern if these species were similarly affected by drought. (slu.se)
  • Because Florida's climate is so hospitable, invasive species cause more of a crisis here than anywhere else in the continental United States. (nature.org)
  • Native species are also adapted to our climate and often require less rigorous care than exotic species. (natureconservancy.ca)
  • Invasive species are expected to become increasingly common in the near future, partly due to rapid climate change. (lu.se)
  • Mild winters and a wet climate may further benefit this species. (lu.se)
  • Invasive species are also referred to as "nuisance" or "exotic" species. (usu.edu)
  • Females of this species are typically larger than males. (whatsthatbug.com)
  • a special case of hyperparasitism [but see preferred term hyperparasitoidism] occurring in the chalcidoid family Aphelinidae, in which males not only develop from unfertilized eggs (as is usual in Hymenoptera) but are parasitoids of females of their own species, the females being primary parasitoids of Homoptera. (ufl.edu)
  • Some species are pests themselves and can infest people's homes, particularly in winter. (wikipedia.org)
  • Soviet scientists introduced the species to the Russian Barents Sea near the border with Norway in 1960. (bbc.co.uk)
  • If an introduced species causes substantial ecological, environmental, and/or economic damage, it may be regarded more specifically as an invasive species. (wikipedia.org)
  • When ecological restoration projects are undertaken to restore a native ecological system disturbed by economic development or other events, they may be historically inaccurate, incomplete, or pay little or no attention to ecotype accuracy or type conversions. (wikipedia.org)
  • Attention paid to the historical distribution of native species is a crucial first step to ensure the ecological integrity of the project. (wikipedia.org)
  • Similar to interspecific comparisons, examining the differentiation in germination patterns of an invasive species between its native and introduced ranges can also provide insights into the ecological and evolutionary mechanisms of invasion. (pensoft.net)
  • We already have examples in Maine of the ecological and economic damage that can be done from an introduced species. (maine.gov)
  • A native species may occur in areas other than the one under consideration. (wikipedia.org)
  • For both species, diploid and tetraploid genotypes occur in the native range, whereas only tetraploids are present in the introduced range. (unifr.ch)
  • A recently introduced species with a rapid rate of reproduction is a useful study species when analysing evolutionary processes, due to the adaptations that will occur as it settles into its new surroundings. (lu.se)
  • Species do naturally appear, reproduce, and endure, or become extinct, and their distribution is rarely static or confined to a particular geographic location. (wikipedia.org)
  • For example, some plant species can only reproduce with a continued mutualistic interaction with a certain animal pollinator, and the pollinating animal may also be dependent on that plant species for a food source. (wikipedia.org)
  • Thus, for both species, native tetraploids appeared more competitive than native diploids, which could explain, at least partially, the invasion success of the pre-adapted tetraploid genotypes. (unifr.ch)
  • That's the nature of invasive species: The invasion often is unpredictable and can easily go unnoticed. (cnn.com)
  • The objective of this study was to survey for known and other potential arboviral zoonoses in multiple bird species at four locations in New Zealand. (who.int)
  • Invasive, non-native species such as these cause serious damage when introduced to Florida's natural lands. (nature.org)
  • The estimated damage from invasive species worldwide totals more than $1.4 trillion, or five percent of the global economy. (maine.gov)
  • The estimated cost of invasive species damage to the U.S. is $120 billion annually (Pimental et al. (maine.gov)
  • More importantly, these species are irreplaceable parts of the natural world. (davidsuzuki.org)
  • The neem tree (Azadirachta indica ) is a sight, jumping, crawling and flying ability) member of the mahogany family (Melia- may be caught more easily by natural pred- cea) that is native to India and Burma, but it ators. (who.int)
  • The chair of the panel, Dr. Stephen Couch, introduced this topic by comparing how communities respond to natural disasters with how they respond to technological (human-related) disasters. (cdc.gov)
  • Humans are moving species across the globe at an unprecedented rate. (wikipedia.org)
  • As humans introduce species to new locations for cultivation, or transport them by accident, some of them may become invasive species, damaging native communities. (wikipedia.org)
  • some species have been accidentally introduced and humans introduced some purposefully. (azstateparks.com)