Which of the following criteria have to be met in order for a species qualify as invasive?

To be considered an invasive species, a species must meet the following criteria:

1. Non-native: The species must be introduced to an area outside its natural range, either intentionally or unintentionally, by human activities.

2. Harmful impact: The species must have a negative impact on the native biodiversity, ecosystems, human health, or the economy. This impact can manifest in various ways, such as competition with native species for resources (food, habitat, mates), predation on native species, transmission of diseases, alteration of ecosystem structure and function, or causing economic losses in agriculture, forestry, or other industries.

3. Rapid spread: The species must have a high reproductive rate and adaptability, enabling it to spread quickly and colonize new areas. This ability to reproduce and disperse efficiently allows the species to invade and establish itself in different habitats.

4. Persistence: The species must establish a self-sustaining population that is able to survive and reproduce in the new environment without human intervention. This means the species is capable of maintaining its population over multiple generations and is not just a transient occurrence.