Invasive species struggle to survive from "summary" of The World Without Us by Alan Weisman
In the absence of humans, the delicate balance of nature is left undisturbed. Invasive species, however, find themselves in a precarious position. These organisms, brought to foreign lands by human activity, now must fend for themselves without the aid of human intervention. Stripped of the resources and support they once relied on, invasive species struggle to adapt to their new environment. Invasive plants, for example, find themselves competing with native vegetation for sunlight, water, and nutrients. Without human hands to clear the way for them, these plants must fight for survival in a crowded ecosystem. Invasive animals face similar challenges, as they must now hunt for food without the help of human-provided sou...
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