Overfishing of Smaller Fish, Such as Sardines, Is of Particular

question 14

Multiple Choice

Overfishing of smaller fish, such as sardines, is of particular concern because ____.

• A) it will allow large fish to become overpopulated
• B) it will directly lead to overpopulation of jellyfish
• C) it signifies an increasing reliance on farmed fish, which are fed these smaller fish
• D) it reduces the food supply for organisms at higher trophic levels
• E) it will cause phytoplankton populations to crash

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