Invasive Species Are Wreaking Havoc

The Leonard Lopate Show | Jul 31, 2014

Globalization and climate change are bringing invasive species to the U.S., disrupting ecosystems and wreaking economic havoc. There are more than 50,000 alien species in this country, and they’ve often been able to outcompete—or eat—native flora and fauna. Time magazine senior writer Bryan Walsh explains why the problem seems to be getting worse. His article “Invasive Species: From Giant Snails to Asian Carp, Alien Wildlife is on the Move” in the July 28 issue of Time.

 

Top Stories

2026 Fall Schedule Change

The New York Governor's Race Heats Up

Islamophobia, Then and Now

What Do You Wish You Had Known As a New Mom?

YOU ARE ONLINE