Invasive Species: A Different Perspective
As the world becomes increasingly globalized, with international and transoceanic travel at our fingertips, a new challenge presents itself. Many creatures have become unwanted passengers stealing a ride on boats, planes, trains, and automobiles. Invasive species are becoming more prominent as the world becomes more connected. There are over 6,500 invasive species in the United States alone, accounting for almost 4% of all species in the country (BIA). The common narrative is that invasive species are a detriment to ecosystems, and that a single organism that is out of place has the potential to destroy a whole region. This view is upheld by many invasive species, such as the Asian Long-Horned Beetle, which has already destroyed millions of evergreen trees on the West Coast, or the Burmese...