Which of the Following Criteria Must Be Met for a Species

Question

Which of the following criteria must be met for a species to qualify as invasive?
A) endemic to the area, spreads rapidly, and displaces foreign species
B) introduced to a new area, spreads rapidly, and displaces native species
C) introduced to a new area, spreads rapidly, and displaces other invasive species
D) endemic to the area, spreads slowly, and displaces native species

Accepted Answer

An invasive species is one that is not native to a specific location (introduced to a new area) and has a tendency to spread to a degree believed to cause damage to the environment, human economy, or human health. The key aspects of an invasive species include its introduction to a new area, rapid spread, and the displacement of native species.