Exotic Species—Pima County

Exotic species are those that are non-native to Pima County.  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.)

Sources:

Exotic Species, opens a new window | Sonoran Desert Conservation Plan, opens a new window

Natural Resources Conservation Service, opens a new window | United States Department of Agriculture USDA, opens a new window

Invasive Species in Region 3, opens a new window | USDA Forest Service, opens a new window


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