
Invasive
Environmental Harm
Focus on the damage invasive items cause to natural surroundings or established systems.
Invasive insects can devastate local ecosystems.
Rapid Spread
Emphasizes the fast and uncontrolled growth or expansion typical of invaders.
The invasive bamboo species spread rapidly, crowding the native plants.
Human Action
Often associated with species or practices introduced by people, not naturally occurring.
Invasive species are often spread by human trade or travel.