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Are Cats and Dogs Bad for the Environment? (Answers You Should Know)

People are more concerned than ever before about how we negatively affect the environment. We have already made significant lifestyle changes by buying electric cars or eating more plant-based foods to lessen our environmental impact. It is not just people that have a carbon footprint. Another important family member living in our homes to consider …

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What is an Invasive Plant Species? (Explained)

Invasive species are plants, animals, insects, or pathogens that can cause significant ecological, societal, or economic harm when introduced to a new environment where they are not native. Invasive species introduction into new areas can be accidental (e.g. via ships, humans, or wind) or intentional (e.g. by humans). Each year, non-native species cause over 100 billion …

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Why Are Invasive Species Dangerous to the Environment?

Invasive species pose a severe risk to the natural environment. They can cause significant harm and devastate ecosystems, resulting in substantial economic impacts. According to the World Conversation Union, invasive species are the second most significant threat to biodiversity after habitat loss. Approximately 42% of threatened or endangered species are at risk because of invasive species. The following …

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