Zebra mussels are known for out competing other mussels and clogging water intake valves. What is the most specific term for a species that is introduced to an area, spreads rapidly, and disrupts the ecosystem in this way?

Indigenous species

Invasive species

Native species

Predatory species

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Saniyah

17 May, 22:52

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Timothy Wall · Answer 1

Zebra mussels are an indigenous species.

Dashawn Morrow · Answer 2

Dashawn Morrow 17 May, 23:11

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It's an invasive species.

Zebra mussels are known for out competing other mussels and clogging water intake valves. What is the most specific term for a species that is introduced to an area, spreads rapidly, and disrupts the ecosystem in this way?Indigenous speciesInvasive speciesNative speciesPredatory species