Invasive exotic
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-003068
A non-native species introduced to an ecosystem that causes environmental or economic harm, particularly in agricultural settings. These species outcompete native plants or animals for resources, disrupting local biodiversity and crop production. Examples include certain weeds, insects, or pathogens that spread rapidly and are difficult to control.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-003068 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Agricultural equipment |
| Translations | German: invasive Fremdart; Spanish: especie exótica invasora; French: espèce exotique envahissante |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-003068",
"term": "Invasive exotic",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "A non-native species introduced to an ecosystem that causes environmental or economic harm, particularly in agricultural settings. These species outcompete native plants or animals for resources, disrupting local biodiversity and crop production. Examples include certain weeds, insects, or pathogens that spread rapidly and are difficult to control.",
"subject": "Agricultural equipment",
"translations": {
"de": "invasive Fremdart",
"es": "especie exótica invasora",
"fr": "espèce exotique envahissante"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/invasive-exotic/"
}
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