20th March, 2024
CHIRANJIT MITRA
North America faces a threat from invaders! These non-native species disrupt ecosystems and cause billions in damage.
The brown rat, introduced from Asia, thrives in human environments. They spread diseases and contaminate food sources
This beetle, native to Asia, has devastated North American ash trees. They kill trees by feeding on their inner bark.
This fast-growing East Asian vine blankets forests, smothering native plants and disrupting ecosystems.
Zebra mussels from Eurasia clog waterways and disrupt food chains. They attach themselves to hard surfaces in freshwater.
By working together, we can slow the spread of invasive species and protect North America's precious ecosystems.