Invasive species impact island ecosystems significantly because Blank______ species have evolved over thousands of years with few to no predators in their natural ecosystem.Multiple choice question.nonnativenativeinvasiveintroduced

Island ecosystems are particularly susceptible to the negative effects of invasive species because native species have often evolved without Blank______.Multiple choice question.predatorscompetitorspreyresources

Highly specialized species tend to evolve on islands because of the environmental conditions and resource availability.Based on the theory of island biogeography, which of the following would most likely experience the greatest decline of specialist species if an invasive species emigrated from the mainland?ResponsesA small island a far distance from the mainlandA small island a far distance from the mainlandA small island in close proximity to the mainlandA small island in close proximity to the mainlandA large island a far distance from the mainlandA large island a far distance from the mainlandA large island in close proximity to the mainland

A major threat to biodiversity includes Blank______ species. These species move into a new area and disrupt the habitat.Multiple choice question.nativeindigenousinvasive

Introduced species that spread widely and harm the environment or other species are called ______ species.Multiple choice question.invasiveoverexploitednativevulnerable

Of the extinction threats, which one is likely to have the greatest impact (especially for terrestrial species)?Multiple choice question.PollutionHabitat lossHuman population growth Invasive species