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Science & ResearchJul 23, 2026

Invasive species' environmental impacts are more severe in the Global South.

Invasive alien species (IAS) are a major threat to biodiversity, yet their impact distribution remains poorly understood.

Invasive alien species (IAS) are a major threat to biodiversity, yet their impact distribution remains poorly understood. Global biodiversity assessments suggest the highest impacts in wealthy countries of the Global North, but this is only inferred from IAS numbers, reflecting…

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