Biologymedium · Past Paper
A species that has a disproportionately large effect on its environment relative to its abundance is:
APioneer species
BKeystone species
CInvasive species
DEndemic species
✓ Correct Answer: B — Keystone species
Keystone species are critical for the survival of the other species in the ecosystem.
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