mitigate the impacts of extinctions and invasions on ecosystem functions.
In another study taking place in Hawaii, researchers are investigating invasive predators such as the black rat to implement protective measures for native bird populations of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. More on this study can be found here: https://www.usgs.gov/centers/pierc/science/monitoring-bird-and-rat-behavior-improve-invasive-species-management?qt-science_center_objects=0#qt-science_center_objects
Increasing rates of human-caused species invasions and extinctions may reshape communities and modify the structure, dynamics, and stability of species interactions.
The spread of invasive species (living organisms not originally found in a specific ecosystem) causes disruptions to wildlife in a variety of ways. Some examples include outcompeting native plants or animals for resources and food, or carrying diseases harmful to native species. More information on this topic can be found at NWF's "Invasive Species": https://www.nwf.org/Educational-Resources/Wildlife-Guide/Threats-to-Wildlife/Invasive-Species
attack in San Bernardino in December 2015
A terrorist attack consisting of a mass shooting and an attempted bombing at the Inland Regional Center in San Bernardino, California, in which 14 people were killed and 22 others were seriously injured.
attacks in Paris in November 2015
A series of coordinated terrorist attacks that occurred on Friday, November 13, 2015, in Paris, France. In the first attack, three suicide bombings occurred outside a football match. The second consisted of several mass shootings and a suicide bombing at several cafés and restaurants. The third was a mass shooting at a concert.
drone strikes
Drone strikes have been used to combat ISIS fighters.