Non-Native Species That Are Introduced to New Environments, Spread Far

question 11

Multiple Choice

Non-native species that are introduced to new environments, spread far beyond the original point of introduction, and cause damage are called

• A) predators.
• B) pathogens.
• C) invasive species.
• D) herbivores.

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