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The document emphasizes the importance of maintaining balance in ecosystems and discusses the impact of non-native species on disrupting this balance. Examples like rabbits, starlings, and kudzu illustrate how invasive species can cause widespread issues in various ecosystems. It also stresses the role of human activities in spreading alien species and disrupting natural habitats. Recommendations are provided to prevent the spread of invasive species and protect native plants and wildlife, highlighting the necessity of understanding and taking action to preserve the equilibrium of ecosystems within shared habitats.

Contents

• Pages 1—17: Ecosystem balance importance.
• Pages 18—23: Invasive kudzu problem

The section of the document discusses the importance of keeping the balance in ecosystems and introduces academic vocabulary related to this topic. It emphasizes the impact of non-native species on ecosystems and how they can disrupt the natural balance, leading to potential environmental problems. The text also mentions examples of alien species such as rabbits, starlings, and zebra mussels that have caused issues in different ecosystems. Additionally, it highlights how human activities, such as ship travel and migration, can contribute to the spread of alien species and the disruption of ecosystems.

Kudzu, a fast-growing green vine introduced to the United States in the late 1800s, has spread across the southeastern United States rapidly. Initially brought for decorative purposes, kudzu has become a problem as it competes with native plants and severely damages forests by covering trees and blocking sunlight. The warm, humid climate of the southeastern states has proven to be more suitable for kudzu’s growth than its native Japan. The document mentions the importance of protecting habitats from invasive species like kudzu and provides recommendations on how to prevent the spread of alien species, such as not releasing exotic pets or disturbing natural areas. The text emphasizes the need to understand and take action to maintain the balance of ecosystems within our shared habitats.