alkuperälajis
Alkuperälajis is a Finnish term that translates to "native species" or "indigenous species." It refers to a species that occurs naturally in a specific geographical region and has arrived there without direct or indirect human intervention. This contrasts with non-native or introduced species, which have been brought to a new area by human activities, either intentionally or accidentally.
The concept of an alkuperälajis is important in ecology and conservation. Understanding which species are native
The presence and abundance of alkuperälajis can be indicators of habitat quality. Changes in their populations,