Zebra mussels are known for out competing other mussels and clogging water intake valves. What is the most specific term for a species that is introduced to an area, spreads rapidly, and disrupts the ecosystem in this way?

Indigenous species

Invasive species

Native species

Predatory species

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Devin Grant

4 November, 22:22

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Talia Espinoza · Answer 1

Talia Espinoza 4 November, 22:48

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It's an invasive species.

Asher · Answer 2

Zebra mussels are an indigenous species.

Zebra mussels are known for out competing other mussels and clogging water intake valves. What is the most specific term for a species that is introduced to an area, spreads rapidly, and disrupts the ecosystem in this way?Indigenous speciesInvasive speciesNative speciesPredatory species