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Invasive species eradication standards.

James C Russell¹

¹School of Biological Sciences, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand.

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|September 21, 2025

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Invasive species management includes eradication, suppression, and a distinct intermediate state called elimination. Elimination removes resident species but allows non-breeding reinvaders to persist.

Keywords:

conservation elimination eradication invasion island suppression

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Area of Science:

Ecology
Conservation Biology
Invasive Species Management

Background:

Traditional invasive species management frameworks categorize interventions as either eradication or suppression.
These categories lack nuance for complex invasion scenarios.

Purpose of the Study:

To define and differentiate the distinct states of invasive species management: eradication, suppression, and elimination.
To clarify the specific conditions and outcomes associated with each management state.

Main Methods:

Conceptual analysis of existing invasive species management terminology.
Comparative definition of eradication, elimination, and suppression based on resident and reinvader status.

Main Results:

Eradication: Complete removal of resident invasive species and prevention of reinvasion.
Elimination: Removal of resident invasive species, with non-breeding reinvaders remaining.
Suppression: Reduction in the population size of resident invasive species without specific consideration for reinvaders.

Conclusions:

The term 'elimination' represents a crucial intermediate management state between eradication and suppression.
Recognizing elimination provides a more precise framework for assessing and achieving invasive species control objectives.
This refined terminology aids in strategic planning and evaluation of invasive species management programs.