Question

Environmental changes like increased temperature can stress an ecosystem. Why is this an issue with regard to invasive species?

Ecosystems are destroyed by environmental changes, and then invasive species establish a new ecosystem, so the original organisms can never reintegrate.
Ecosystems are destroyed by environmental changes, and then invasive species establish a new ecosystem, so the original organisms can never reintegrate.

Invasive species are more easy to introduce to a stressed ecosystem.
Invasive species are more easy to introduce to a stressed ecosystem.

Invasive species thrive in stressed ecosystems like those with warmer temperatures.
Invasive species thrive in stressed ecosystems like those with warmer temperatures.

Ecosystems are unable to recover as quickly from damage due to invasive species and environmental changes.

Answer 1

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Therefore, when environmental changes such as increased temperature stress an ecosystem, it creates a more favorable environment for invasive species to thrive. These invasive species can outcompete native species for resources, disrupt the balance of the ecosystem, and further contribute to the degradation of the ecosystem. This can lead to irreversible damage and make it difficult for the ecosystem to recover and return to its original state. Thus, it is important to address both the environmental changes and the presence of invasive species in order to protect ecosystems and biodiversity.