Biological invasions are considered to be one of the greatest threats to the integrity of most ecosystems on earth. This volume explores the current state of ma

When organisms are deliberately or accidentally introduced into a new ecosystem a biological invasion may take place. These so-called ‘invasive species’ may

This new volume on Biological Invasions deals with both plants and animals, differing from previous books by extending from the level of individual species to a

The book presents an analysis of the ecological, economic and social threats posed by the introduction and spread of non-native species. It provides a comprehen

Human colonization of New Zealand has dramatically altered the resident biota, introduced numerous alien organisms to these once remote islands, and exported lo