A Species of Fish Is Accidentally Introduced into a Habitat

question 130

Multiple Choice

A species of fish is accidentally introduced into a habitat far from its home.Which factor would most likely prevent this species from becoming established in its new habitat?

• A) A much higher temperature than in its former habitat
• B) The presence of several food species
• C) Lack of predators
• D) Stable levels of temperature and salinity
• E) High species diversity in the new habitat

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