1. Day 12 – Threats to Sustainability
SCI 10 Ecosystems

2. Alien Species
Alien species: aka introduced species, non-native species, exotic species
Species introduced to new parts of the world
Can be invasive species: take over habitat of native species
Outcompetes native species for food or other resources
Native species: species that naturally inhabits an area

3. Alien species often introduced accidentally i.e. in ballasts of ships
Zebra mussels
Alien species sometimes introduced by humans to control another organism
Mosquito fish

4. Project – Alien Species
You will research a single alien species located in Canada
Prepare an informative assignment on the organism. (PowerPoint, Windows Movie Maker, Poster, Brochure or magazine article)
Inform others on the impact this organism is having on the ecosystem.

5. Project – Alien Species
Brief general description of the organism is given
(origin, appearance, size, life span, food sources, natural habitat)
Described how the organism arrived in Canada
Current location of the organism in Canada is given
Described what the Canadian ecosystem looked like before the arrival of the organism
Described what the Canadian ecosystem looked like after the arrival of the organism
Clear explanation of the problems and impact the organism is having on the ecosystem
Clearly explained possible solutions to address the problems caused by the organism
Bibliography
DUE:

6. Step 2 – Start Researching
Look under “Invasive species” then choose “aquatic” or “terrestrial”