Environmental changes like increased temperature can stress an ecosystem. Why is this an issue with regard to invasive species?

Question

 a

Ecosystems are destroyed by environmental changes, and then invasive species establish a new ecosystem, so the original organisms can never reintegrate.

 b

Invasive species are easier to introduce to a stressed ecosystem.

 c

Invasive species thrive in stressed ecosystems like those with warmer temperatures.

 d

Ecosystems are unable to recover as quickly from damage due to invasive species and environmental changes.

Answer 1

The correct answer is (c) Invasive species thrive in stressed ecosystems like those with warmer temperatures. Environmental changes like increased temperature can create conditions that are more favorable for invasive species to thrive and outcompete native species. This can lead to a decline in biodiversity and ecosystem function.