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allochthonous

adjective/əˈlɑːkθənəs/

originating or produced in a place other than the one being considered

The river is inhabited by allochthonous species that have migrated from nearby ecosystems, contributing to the area's biodiversity.

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word origin — from Greek 'allokhthonios', from 'allo-' meaning 'other' and 'khthon' meaning 'earth'