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On the Numerous Concepts in Invasion Biology

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The study of biological invasions has triggered the production of a diversity of concepts. The terminology has, however, often been applied inconsistently and inaccurately. This article lists and assesses the most commonly used terms and concepts in invasion ecology. In each case the most coherent definition and use is suggested.

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  1. Norwegian College of Fishery Science, University of Tromsø, NO-9037, Tromsø, Norway

    Jannike Falk-Petersen

  2. Norwegian Institute of Gene Ecology, The Science Park 6418, NO-9294, Tromsø, Norway

    Thomas Bøhn

  3. Norwegian Institute for Nature Research, Tungasletta 2, NO-7485, Trondheim, Norway

    Odd Terje Sandlund

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Falk-Petersen, J., Bøhn, T. & Sandlund, O.T. On the Numerous Concepts in Invasion Biology. Biol Invasions 8, 1409–1424 (2006). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10530-005-0710-6

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