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http://www.wired.com/2014/06/the-infinite-struggle-against-invasive-species-in-the-galapagos/
The Galapagos Islands provide some of the most unique flora and fauna in the world, and the islands have served as a hot spot for modern evolutionary theory, thanks to the work of Charles Darwin. However, the island's unique biodiversity is threatened by invasive species. This article delves into the struggle we face to preserve the species which are native to the islands.
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Subject(s): Science, English Language Arts, English Language Arts (B.E.S.T. - Effective starting 2021-2022)
Grade Level(s): 9, 10
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Keywords: informational text, text complexity, Galapagos, invasive species, native species, endemic, biodiversity, Darwin
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