Question

snakeheads are fish that live in rivers, lakes, and ponds. snakeheads became an invasive species in the united states when they were brought in from africa and asia. how will snakeheads interact with other organisms in their non-native ecosystem?
a. snakeheads will have more predators chasing them than native populations.
b. snakeheads will become native species once their population grows.
c. snakeheads will compete with native species for food.
d. snakeheads will eat fewer aquatic plants than native fish.

Explanation:

Especies invasoras como los cabezas de serpiente suelen competir con las especies nativas por recursos limitados, como alimento, ya que no tienen depredadores naturales en el nuevo hábitat para controlar su población, y no se convierten en especies nativas por el crecimiento poblacional. Además, su dieta no se reduce en comparación con los peces nativos.

Answer:

C. Snakeheads will compete with native species for food.