Alien Invaders

Native species
o An organism which is indigenous to a given region or
ecosystem.
Introduced Species
o Known as an exotic species
o 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.
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did they get there?

Ballast Water
Canals (man made waterways)
Recreational Boaters/Ships
Accidentally Imported in boxes, on plants, etc
Pet Release
Aquaculture
Intentional Introductions

Intentional Introductions
o Introduced by scientist to decrease the population of
native and non-native species.
o Introduced for sport
o Introduced for aesthetic value