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Preferred term

exotic species

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Definition

  • [GEMET] Plants, animals or microorganisms which are introduced by humans into areas where they are not native. Exotics are often associated with negative ecological consequences for native species and the ecosystems.

Broader concept

Scope note

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URI

http://vocabs.lter-europe.net/EnvThes/msa0421

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