European Rabbit (Oryctolagus Cuniculus L.) in Chile: The Human Dimension Behind a Biological Invasion

Globalization has caused modifications not only in cultural and economic patterns around the globe but also in the biological heritage of the countries involved (Vitousek et al. 1996). The increment in commercial connection and transport between remote regions of the planet has favored an unprecedented exchange of flora, fauna, and microorganisms (Mack et al. 2000). In many occasions, the introduction of species is affected intentionally, as in those with economic and productive importance. However, in other situations, the introductions are involuntary and, in many cases, undesired, as is the case with weeds or pests (Mack et al. 2000). © Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2021. All rights reserved.