A major cause of biodiversity loss and species extinction in North Caroline is due to the introduction of invasive non-native species in the ecosystem. Many invasive species come for the similar climatic conditions where they can thrive, but most arrive by human transport on accident or on purpose. Some examples include: Bradford pears, Japanese honeysuckle, Asian carp, and brown tree snake.

Question

A major cause of biodiversity loss and species extinction in North Caroline is due to the introduction of invasive non-native species in the ecosystem. Many invasive species come for the similar climatic conditions where they can thrive, but most arrive by human transport on accident or on purpose. Some examples include: Bradford pears, Japanese honeysuckle, Asian carp, and brown tree snake.

What is NOT an impact that an invasive non-native species has on an ecosystem?
Responses
A change food webs
B decrease biodiversity
C prey on native species
D improves forest productivity and overall health

Answer 1

D improves forest productivity and overall health

This is not a typical impact of an invasive non-native species. Invasive species often outcompete native species for resources, leading to decreases in biodiversity and disruptions in food webs. They can also prey on native species, further affecting the balance of the ecosystem. Overall, invasive species can have negative impacts on the health and functioning of an ecosystem.