Facts for Prelims (FFP)
Source: IE
Context: Climate change is having alarming effects on ecosystems and native species, according to a recent analysis published in the journal Nature Ecology & Evolution by the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
Key findings of the Study:
Non-native species tend to fare better than Native species under extreme weather events such as heat waves, cold spells, droughts, and floods.
Reason: This is because they often have high reproduction rates, adaptable behavior, and physiology, and a higher tolerance for disturbances. They can rapidly establish populations in new environments and thrive when native species are adversely affected.
Significance: Findings emphasize the need to protect and support the recovery of vulnerable native species in the face of climate-driven extreme events, esp. due to the significant economic and ecological impact of invasive species on ecosystems worldwide.
