Beyond Biological Control: The Pros and Cons of Using Invasive Species as Weeds The concept of using invasive species to control other invasive species has long fascinated ecologists and conservationists.
This approach, known as biological control, relies on the natural predatory relationships between species to manage populations.
However, it's a double edged sword – while effective in some cases, it also poses significant risks to non target species, ecosystems, and human health.