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how are invasive species typically introduced into new habitats?
by strong winds and storms
by fungi and bacteria
primarily by human actions
Invasive species are typically introduced into new habitats primarily by human actions. Human activities such as international trade (e.g., shipping goods that may carry non - native species), intentional introductions (e.g., for horticulture or aquaculture without proper assessment), and accidental transport (e.g., in ballast water of ships) play a major role. While strong winds and storms can move some species over short distances and fungi/bacteria can be part of invasive species complexes in some cases, human - mediated introductions are the most significant and widespread cause of invasive species establishment in new habitats.
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primarily by human actions