Native Species

An organism which is indigenous to a given region or ecosystem

Introduced Species
Known as an exotic species
An organism that is not indigenous to a given location but instead, has been
accidentally or deliberately
Introduced to a new location by humans or by natural means
How did they get here?
Ballast water
Cancals
Recreational boaters
Accidentally imported in boxes, on plants, etc
pet release Aquaculture
Intentional introductions