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Created: 2024-04-03T16:37:39

biological invasions  

DEFINITION

  • Biological invasions (bioinvasions), in the broad sense, are the movements of organisms to areas where they did not previously occur. This includes natural slow gradual spread and natural rapid expansion due to unusual geological or climatic events.

    Created: 4/3/24

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  • Created: 2024-04-03T16:43:27

    bioinvasions (en)

SCOPE NOTE

  • Biological invasion is typically seen as a disruptive force in ecosystems, whereas migration is a natural phenomenon essential for the survival and adaptation of many species. (en)

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