How Might an Ecologist Test Whether a Species Is Occupying

question 44

Multiple Choice

How might an ecologist test whether a species is occupying all of its fundamental niche or only a portion of it?

• A) Study the temperature range and humidity requirements of the species.
• B) Observe if the species expands its range after the removal of a competitor.
• C) Measure the change in reproductive success when the species is subjected to environmental stress.
• D) Observe if the niche size changes after the introduction of a similar non-native species.

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