Invasive Species Threaten India’s Ecosystems

Protection of Biodiversity
July | 2024

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Invasive species, whose expansion is partly caused by changing conditions due to climate change, are increasingly disrupting India’s ecosystems, threatening biodiversity and human livelihoods. A recent study reveals that 66% of India’s natural systems are impacted, with invasive plants outcompeting native species. These invaders alter habitats, reduce resources for herbivores, and jeopardize apex predators like tigers. The economic impact is severe, with costs estimated at $182.6 billion.