When a species ‘X’ is introduced to a particular habitat, the native species started becoming extinct. Which of the following statements is not true about the given scenario?

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‘X’ is an exotic species that has turned invasive.

‘X’ adapted well to the new environment.

‘X’ competed fiercely with the native inhabitants for the common resources.

‘X’ is the favorite prey for many predators in the new environment.

answer is D.

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When certain exotic species are introduced into a geographical area, they become invasive and start spreading fast because the invaded land does not have its natural predators.

When a species ‘X’ is introduced to a particular habitat, the native species started becoming extinct. This means ‘X’ is an exotic species that posed a threat to the native or indigenous species. It turned invasive because it could adapt well in the new habitat providing fierce competition to the native species.

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