Invader Characteristics
Invader  Characteristics
•High rate of reproduction
•Long-lived
•High dispersal rates
•Single parent (gravid female)
•Vegetative or clonal reproduction
•High genetic variability
•Phenotypic plasticity
•Broad native range
•Abundant in native range
•Tolerant of wide range of conditions
•Habitat generalist
•Broad diet
•Gregarious
•Human commensal
Williams and Meffe 1998
Many scientists believe there are characteristics which help a species survive in a new environment.  Here is one list.