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Vocabulary Term Details

Invasive species

Definition (https://secure.fera.defra.gov.uk/nonnativespecies/index.cfm?pageid=64)

Species, subspecies or lower taxon, introduced (i.e. by human action) outside its natural past or present distribution; includes any part, gametes, seeds, eggs, or propagules of such species that might survive and subsequently reproduce. (Defra)

Preferred Units: N/A

Scope Note:
N/A

Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Pests
Species
N/AIntroduced species

This term is used for the following terms: 
Invasive exotics
Invasives

Approved Date
05-Nov-2013

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