The book of invasive species : 100 plants, animals, and microbes that made themselves at home /
Carlson, Kit (Botany professor),
The book of invasive species : 100 plants, animals, and microbes that made themselves at home / Kit Carlson, PhD, and Aaron Carlson ; illustrations by Emily Sullivan. - First Edition - 239 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm
Introduction -- Animals. Invertebrates ; Fish ; Amphibians ; Reptiles ; Birds ; Mammals -- Plants -- Microorganisms. Bacteria ; Fungi ; Viruses -- Others.
Invasive flora and fauna adversely affect our ecosystems. Some species are introduce purposefully, but even with the best intentions it is almost impossible to predict how a foreign organism will react to a new environment. The Carlsons introduce readers to invasive animals, plants, and microorganisms found across North America: their identifying characteristics, habitats, threats they pose to their ecosystems, and how they can be managed. -- adapted from back cover
1646433637 9781646433636 (softcover) : $16.99
Introduced organisms--Environmental aspects.
Biological invasions--Environmental aspects.
Ecological disturbances.
Nonindigenous pests--Control.
Biodiversity conservation.
Nature conservation.
The book of invasive species : 100 plants, animals, and microbes that made themselves at home / Kit Carlson, PhD, and Aaron Carlson ; illustrations by Emily Sullivan. - First Edition - 239 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm
Introduction -- Animals. Invertebrates ; Fish ; Amphibians ; Reptiles ; Birds ; Mammals -- Plants -- Microorganisms. Bacteria ; Fungi ; Viruses -- Others.
Invasive flora and fauna adversely affect our ecosystems. Some species are introduce purposefully, but even with the best intentions it is almost impossible to predict how a foreign organism will react to a new environment. The Carlsons introduce readers to invasive animals, plants, and microorganisms found across North America: their identifying characteristics, habitats, threats they pose to their ecosystems, and how they can be managed. -- adapted from back cover
1646433637 9781646433636 (softcover) : $16.99
Introduced organisms--Environmental aspects.
Biological invasions--Environmental aspects.
Ecological disturbances.
Nonindigenous pests--Control.
Biodiversity conservation.
Nature conservation.