The Decline of Red-Backed Salamanders in Some Regions of Eastern

question 66

Multiple Choice

The decline of red-backed salamanders in some regions of eastern North America appears to be related to

• A) an increase in non-native earthworms.
• B) an increase in predatory songbirds like the ovenbird.
• C) a decrease in forest productivity.
• D) an increase in forest nutrient cycling by bacteria and fungi.

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