Exotic Species—Pima County
Exotic species are non-native to Pima County and were not in here originally. Such species adversely affect habitat, and can transform habitats over a 5-25 year scale. They can cause economic loss to ranchers and farmers. Exotic species are also known as invasive species or pest species. (This is a partial list.)
- Buffel grass
- Bullfrog
- Crayfish
- Fountain grass
- Green Sunfish
- Red Brome
- Tamarisk
Source:
Sonoran Desert Conservation Plan http://www.pima.gov/cmo/sdcp/species/fsheets/ex/exotic.html