Invasive Species Economic Impact

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Invasive species inflict $2.2 trillion in global damages since 1960, study finds

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Since 1960 , damage from non-native plants and animals expanding into new territory has cost society more than $2.2 trillion , 17 times higher than previous estimates.

Europe is by far the continent most affected by the phenomenon, followed by North America and Asia .

"Plants were the most economically damaging group, both for damage and management," researcher Ismael Soto said.

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