Invasive species, 1945-present
Journal: ResearchOnline at James Cook University (James Cook University)
Year: 2011

[Extract] Species exchange has always followed humanity's ability to overcome the physical boundaries between ecosystems, but the pace of that exchange has increased substantially with developing globalization. During World War II travel increased between regions of the world, creating pathways for invasive species to follow. Following the war, transport links often remained, and new trade flourished. While some species introduction post-1945 have been accidental, as with seeds and animals caugh