Invasive Species
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- 2. Which invasive species is a threat to native fish in Indian rivers?
- 6. Which plant species, originally from Mexico, has invaded large parts of India and is known for its rapid growth?
- 8. Which invasive species is a bird that competes with native species for nesting sites in India?
- 9. Which term describes species that are not native and cause harm to the environment?
- 10. Which invasive species is commonly found in Indian gardens and competes with native plants?
- 11. Which invasive species is a tree that alters soil chemistry and affects native flora in India?
- 12. Which invasive tree species is known for affecting grasslands and biodiversity in India?
- 13. Which invasive species is a major threat to the biodiversity of the Andaman Islands?
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- 1. Which invasive insect pest affects cotton crops in India?
- 3. Which aquatic plant, often called the "Terror of Bengal," clogs water bodies in India?
- 4. Which invasive species is commonly found in Indian aquariums but harms native aquatic life when released?
- 5. Which Indian state has been heavily affected by the spread of Parthenium?
- 7. Which invasive species is a fast-growing vine that smothers native vegetation in India?
- 8. Which invasive species was introduced in India for erosion control but became a threat to native plants?
- 10. Which invasive species is known for damaging crops and spreading rapidly in Indian farms?