What is the role of toxicology in understanding invasive species?
Toxicology plays a crucial role in assessing the impact of invasive species by examining their potential to introduce or produce toxins that can affect native species, human health, and the environment. For example, certain plants, such as Giant Hogweed, produce chemicals that cause severe skin irritation and photosensitivity. Similarly, some invasive aquatic species like the Lionfish contain toxins that can harm native fish populations and disrupt aquatic ecosystems.
