The National Invasive Species Act is a U.S. federal law designed to prevent and control invasive species from entering or spreading within the United States. It provides measures for early detection, rapid response, and management of invasive species.
Think of invasive species as unwanted guests at a party who disrupt everything. The National Invasive Species Act acts like security guards who monitor the entrance, preventing any uninvited guests from entering and causing trouble.
Invasive species: Non-native organisms that cause harm to ecosystems they invade.
Biosecurity: Measures taken to prevent or minimize risks associated with harmful organisms entering or spreading within an area.
Early detection and rapid response (EDRR): Strategies aimed at quickly identifying and controlling invasive species before they become established and cause significant damage.
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