Short Response

Due Date: Thursday, February 3 at the beginning of class

Question:

• Invasive species have been implicated as one of the most powerful forces behind the decline in biodiversity, yet most garden stores are stocked with non-native species plants to sell. Given your understanding of invasive species, should this be allowed? Why or why not?

Assignment:

• Read this paper on the problem of invasive species.
• Answer this question in no more than a single page (or 2 double-spaced pages).
• Come to class with your response and be prepared to have a discussion! You must print your response or submit the file as an e-mail attachment before coming to class.