Why Do Many Non- Native Species, Such as a Prickly

question 15

Multiple Choice

Why do many non- native species, such as a prickly pear cactus brought to Australia from South America, rapidly become abundant when first introduced?

• A) The climate in the new site is more favorable than in its native site.
• B) The carrying capacity at the new site is higher than that at the native site.
• C) Non- native species increase their reproductive rate when introduced.
• D) Growth changes from an S- curve to a J- curve at the new site.
• E) There are fewer predators and parasites capable of attacking the non- native species in the new site.

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