The Hawaiian Islands are home to many endangered species. Why do you think the Hawaii Department of Agriculture is so strict about allowing nonnative species onto the islands?

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anonymous · Answer

a. 

It is so strict because a foreign species could mate with a native species and create a new species. 


b. 

It is so strict because a foreign species could become a problem for tourism. 


c. 

It is so strict because a foreign species could compete with a native species and drive it to extinction. 


d. 

It is so strict because a foreign species may not be able to survive in a new environment.

anonymous · Answer

I believe it's C. It is so strict because a foreign species could compete with a native species and drive it to extinction.

abhisar · Answer

Adding foreign species will increase competition between native (Endangered) and new species for resources. This can lead to their extinction.