New Book Explores Invasive Species and the Question of Where Humans Belong
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A new book called *Undesirable: Invasive Species, Humans, and Where We All Belong* by writer Amy Crawford is due to be published on 3 November 2026. The book examines invasive species, which are plants, animals or other organisms that move into new environments and can cause harm there. The title also raises a wider question about humans and the places we live.
Invasive species are a subject of growing interest in Ireland. Japanese knotweed, a fast-growing plant, can damage buildings, roads and riverbanks, and it is difficult and expensive to remove. The grey squirrel, which was introduced to Ireland from North America, is often linked to the decline of the native red squirrel. Such examples show how a species that arrives in a new place can change the local ecology and the lives of people nearby.
The book's title suggests that it does not only look at animals and plants. By connecting invasive species with humans and the idea of belonging, it invites readers to think about how we define a native species, and whether the labels we use for plants and animals can also apply to people who move from one place to another. Because the book has not yet been published, its specific arguments and conclusions are not yet known.
The book will be available from 3 November 2026. Readers interested in nature, the environment or the history of migration may find it a useful source for understanding how these questions are discussed today.
Sources: Irish Tech News
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