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Guiberson, Brenda Z.

Exotic Species: Invaders in Paradise

80 pp. | Lerner/Twenty-first Century | May, 1999 | Library ISBN 0-7613-1319-2 $$23.90

(3) 4-6 Delivering a strong message without finger-wagging, Guiberson explains how an ecosystem's natural balance is disrupted by non-native species. Chapters illustrated with captioned color photos examine five examples--starlings, kudzu, zebra mussels, Hawaii's native species, and mountain goats--discussing how the exotic species was introduced; why it thrived and now threatens the balance; and what, if anything, can be done to control it. Bib., glos., ind.

Reviewer: Emma Loy-Santelli