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Biogeography
The study of geographic distribution of living organisms.
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naturalized species
Biology; Biogeography
A non-native species that is reproducing in a new region without help (for example, irrigation) from humans.
North American Weed Management Association (NAWMA)
Biology; Biogeography
The mission of NAWMA is to provide education, regulatory direction, professional improvement, and environmental awareness to preserve and protect our natural resources from the degrading impacts of ...
non-native species
Biology; Biogeography
A species that evolved in one region but has gotten to another distant region (usually by human activity), where it would not naturally have migrated because of some barrier, such as an ocean.
pest
Biology; Biogeography
A common name of an animal, plant or disease which adversely affects native animals and plants, agricultural production, or human health and well-being.
pesticides
Biology; Biogeography
Chemical substances (e.g., an insecticide or fungicide) that kill harmful organisms and are used to control pests, such as insects, weeds or microorganisms.
