Question

which of the following species is most likely to be an invasive species if introduced into a favorable new habitat?
a
species: oyster, number of fertilized eggs produced per year: 5,000,000,000
b
species: fish, number of fertilized eggs produced per year: 8,000
c
species: rabbit, number of fertilized eggs produced per year: 12

Explanation:

Invasive species are more likely to thrive when they have high reproductive rates. Oyster has the highest number of fertilized eggs produced per year among the options, increasing its potential to spread and become invasive.

Answer:

A. Oyster