Invasive Species

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