native ecosystems

How do invasive species disrupt native ecosystems, and what strategies are used to control them?

Invasive species can change the food web in an ecosystem by destroying or replacing native food sources. The invasive species may provide little to no food value for wildlife. Invasive species can also alter the abundance or diversity of species that are important habitat for native wildlife.

Invasive species can have a devastating effect on native ecosystems, disrupting the balance of natural processes and causing harm to native species. For example, an invasive species may outcompete native plants for resources, crowd out native species, or prey on native wildlife. Some strategies that are used to control invasive species include manual removal, chemical control, biological control, and habitat restoration. Manual removal involves physically removing the invasive species, while chemical control involves the use of herbicides or pesticides. Biological control involves introducing natural predators or pathogens to control the population of the invasive species. Habitat restoration involves creating conditions that are more favorable to native species than to the