Invasive species can mean a lot of things, from fungus to feral pigs and European starlings to kudzu vines. Basically, it's anything brought to a place, either by humans or nature, that didn't originate there. They aren't always a problem, but many times they can wreak havoc on the local ecosystem. Learn all about these invaders in this classic episode.
# Invasive Species: How Humans Are Reshaping Earth's Ecosystems
Josh and Chuck dive deep into the growing problem of invasive species and explore how non-native plants, animals, and organisms are wreaking havoc on ecosystems across the globe. From zebra mussels choking the Great Lakes to massive Burmese pythons terrorizing Florida's Everglades, the guys break down the surprising ways these species arrive—whether through ballast water in ships, accidental hitchhikers in shipping materials, or people intentionally releasing unwanted pets into the wild. You'll learn about the staggering costs and ecological damage caused by invasive species, discover some absolutely wild examples like a Shakespeare-obsessed man who released 100 European starlings into Central Park (now numbering over 200 million), and find out what little-known strategies scientists are actually using to fight back against nature's unwanted guests.
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