Non-native animals and plants are destroying biodiversity and ecosystems across the world. A major scientific report says mosquitos are spreading dengue and yellow fever, and rats and snakes are killing seabird populations. Invasive species are those that have come from a different environment accidentally and cause damage. They often arrive via ships, planes and tourists.
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🔎 repelled - forced away
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- I played poker last night. It was a high-stakes game with a lot of money at risk.
🔎 running rife - uncontrolled
- The kids ran rife at the party. They were out of control.
- Criminals run rife in this area. Be careful.
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