Invasive Species Crossword

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  1. 4. reducing the population of an invasive species to a manageable level
  2. 8. the type of control that involves the application of pesticides or herbicides to reduce invasive species populations.
  3. 11. species introduced, intentionally or unintentionally, into an ecosystem where they do not naturally occur
  4. 12. the strategies and actions taken to control or eradicate invasive species and mitigate their impacts
  5. 13. the process by which a species successfully maintains a self-sustaining population in a new environment
  6. 15. the type of control that uses natural predators, parasites, or pathogens to manage invasive species populations
  7. 17. a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment
  8. 19. the physical means or agent by which a species is transported
  9. 20. the expansion of a species' range within a new environment after its establishment
  10. 22. complete removal of an invasive species from a specific area
  11. 23. the natural environment in which a species lives and grows
  12. 24. educating the public and implementing regulations to minimize new introductions
  13. 26. the type of impact that an organism or event has on the relationships and balance within an ecosystem
Down
  1. 1. the role or position a species has in its environment, including its interactions with other organisms
  2. 2. Assessment: evaluating the potential harm of a non-native species to ecosystems or economies
  3. 3. the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem
  4. 5. the means or routes by which species are transported from one location to another
  5. 6. the type of control that involves physical methods, such as trapping or removal, to control invasive species
  6. 7. employing techniques such as mechanical removal, biological controls, and pesticides when necessary
  7. 9. non-native organisms introduced to an ecosystem that cause harm to the environment, economy, or human health
  8. 10. species that have been transported by human activities into regions where they did not historically exist
  9. 14. the type of impact associated with the financial cost caused by the damage and management of invasive species
  10. 16. partnerships between government agencies, nonprofits, and citizens to tackle the issue
  11. 18. a strategy aimed at identifying and responding to invasive species introductions quickly to prevent their establishment and spread
  12. 21. efforts to prevent the spread of invasive species beyond their current range
  13. 25. organisms that naturally occur and have evolved in a specific ecosystem or region