1000x Faster: Humans Are Helping Invasive Species Spread at Alarming Speeds

Native species are unable to migrate quickly enough to escape the disruptions caused by climate change.
A team of scientists from around the world recently discovered that non-native species are spreading their territories significantly faster than native species, largely due to unintentional assistance from humans. Even non-native plants, which typically do not move quickly, are expanding their ranges three times faster than native plants. This acceleration is crucial given the swift impact of climate change on habitats, where being fast is increasingly important.