1. Why do you think the term invasive is used for these species? 2. How do these species get to new ecosystems? 3. How could the introduction of a new species affect the local food web? 4. What species would be most likely to cause a disruption? Explain your response. 5. Do you think native species would only decline or would some flourish? Why?

1. Invasive species are non-native and can harm the environment, economy, or human health by outcompeting native species. 2. They can arrive through human activities, natural events, or accidental releases. 3. They can disrupt food webs by altering predator-prey relationships and competing for resources. 4. Generalist species with high reproductive rates are most likely to cause disruption. 5. Native species may decline, but some could flourish if they adapt to the new conditions.