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Invasive Species Threaten Kerala Forests, Says Dr. Kannan
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 28 Jun 2026, 02:46 PM
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Dr. Kannan has identified invasive alien species as the primary threat to Kerala's forest ecosystems.
According to Dr. Kannan, the most significant challenge confronting the forests of Kerala is the proliferation of invasive alien species. These non-native organisms, introduced intentionally or accidentally, are outcompeting native flora and fauna, disrupting ecological balance.
The impact of these invasive species poses a considerable threat to the biodiversity and health of Kerala's forest regions. Their unchecked spread can lead to habitat degradation and loss of native plant and animal populations.
Dr. Kannan's assessment highlights the urgent need for strategies to manage and control these invasive alien species to protect the unique forest ecosystems of the state.
The impact of these invasive species poses a considerable threat to the biodiversity and health of Kerala's forest regions. Their unchecked spread can lead to habitat degradation and loss of native plant and animal populations.
Dr. Kannan's assessment highlights the urgent need for strategies to manage and control these invasive alien species to protect the unique forest ecosystems of the state.