What is the difference between invasive species, nonnative species, indigenous species. Make sure a second grader can understand and list 3 for each.

Answer 1

Invasive species are plants or animals that are not native to a specific ecosystem, but have been introduced there and are causing harm.

Nonnative species are plants or animals that are not originally from a certain place, but have been introduced there and are able to live in the new environment without causing harm.

Indigenous species are plants or animals that are native to a specific ecosystem, meaning they have always lived there and are an important part of the ecosystem.

Examples of invasive species:
1. Zebra mussels in the Great Lakes
2. Burmese pythons in the Everglades
3. Japanese knotweed in the UK

Examples of nonnative species:
1. Dandelions in North America
2. Honeybees in North America
3. European starlings in North America

Examples of indigenous species:
1. Bald eagles in North America
2. Redwoods in California
3. Kangaroos in Australia