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The
Road to Intentional Introductions is Paved
with Consequences
Level: Super Sleuth
Detective Thumb-a-ride is concerned that some non-native species are introduced into new habitats by well-intentioned humans, without any thought to what might happen. The results can be disastrous. There are several examples of likely intentional introductions found among the Top 10 Atlantic Coast Suspects. Your job, as Super Sleuth, is to read the "rap sheets" of the Atlantic Ten, and determine which organisms may have been introduced as the result of intentional human actions.
As an extra activity, develop a series of 4-6 questions that could help people think about whether releasing live plants or animals into the wild might have unintended and harmful consequences. Frame them in a "yes/no" format - such as Have you looked into ways to get rid of your unwanted plants or animals other than releasing them into the wild? Use this suggested template for your questions.
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