The Silent Invasion: How Invasive Insects Disrupt Ecosystem Balance Invasive insects have been spreading across the globe, causing a ripple effect that can be catastrophic for native species and habitats.
These unwanted visitors often arrive through human activities such as international trade and travel, and quickly establish themselves in new environments, outcompeting local flora and fauna for resources.
What Makes an Invasive Species? Certain insect species exhibit characteristics that make them well suited to invading new territories.