India, Feb. 28 -- Invasive species threaten our biodiversity. With this framework, scientists hope to ensure benefits for both environment and rural communities

Researchers at Wits University in Johannesburg, South Africa, have created the world's first framework to guide the management of terrestrial invasive species, according to a paper published in Ecosystem Services.

Invasive alien plant species (IAPS) threaten our biodiversity and ecosystem services. With this framework, scientists hope to ensure benefits for both environment and rural communities.

According to the research, invasive species deal a blow to South Africa's economy from damage from fire, loss of viable land and drinking water. These invasive weeds also threaten our ...