摘要：The excessive number of terms associated with invasive species, and their often incorrect usage, hinders stakeholder education about the threats of invasive species. Here we introduce seven terms ( native , nonnative , introduced , established , invasive , nuisance , and range change ) that are applicable across invasive taxa, understandable, typically interpreted correctly, and useful for describing most situations regarding invasive species. We also list six terms to avoid ( native invasive , invasive exotic , invasive weed , alien , foreign , and nonindigenous ) that create confusion via their misuse and misinterpretation. The terms we propose will increase understanding, thereby promoting behavior changes aimed at limiting the negative impacts of invasive species.
关键词：invasive species ; jargon ; communication ; consensus
