Most Trees Are Dispersed by Means of Frugivores

question 64

Multiple Choice

Most trees are dispersed by means of frugivores.If frugivore populations in an area declined because of disease, what would most likely happen to the tree species previously dispersed in this way?

• A) They would die out because of a lack of dispersal.
• B) They would find other means of dispersal.
• C) The remaining trees would be less healthy.
• D) They would stop producing fruit and seeds.
• E) They would remain concentrated near their current locations.

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