Terminologies:
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Native species |
Any species that historically occurs/occurred in that particular habitat. |
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Exotic species |
Any species not native to that habitat; also known as alien species. |
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Invasive species |
An exotic species whose introduction into an ecosystem successfully out-compete native organisms and harms ecosystems. Common characteristics are: · Rapid reproduction and growth, · High dispersal ability, · Phenotypic plasticity (ability to adapt physiologically to new conditions) Note: Not all exotic species are invasive. |