1. Notes: Invasive Species
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Notes: Invasive Species

2. (1) Defining Invasive Species
Foreign organisms which invade and conquer ecosystems, often altering available resources.
Examples:
Zebra Mussels
Nutria
Sea Lamprey
Garlic Mustard

3. Zebra Mussels
Brought in from Black Sea Waters on Importing Ships
Reproduce Rapidly, Cover ALL Surfaces, Deplete Aquatic Nutrients for other organisms, Ruin Man-Made structures.

4. Nutria Brought in from South America Americans wanted to breed nutria for their pelts/fur Became overpopulated  reproduce quickly Depleting plant matter and fish matter in swamps
Currently found in the south

5. Sea Lamprey comes from the Atlantic Ocean Entered Great Lakes through canals Harms + Overeats native fish in the great lakes.

6. Garlic Mustard European Plant Not able to pinpoint mode of transportation Overpopulates Michigan Forests Depletes resources for Michigan wildflowers, and consequently Michigan trees

7. (2) Simpsons Episode: Bart Vs. Australia
What is the Invasive Species?
Where did the Invasive Species come from?
What harm does the Invasive Species cause in Australia?
Which animal may become America’s new Invasive Species?