Which of the Following Is Consistent with Forest Fragmentation Research

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is consistent with forest fragmentation research?

• A) The number of species is the same in both fragmented forests and forest interiors.
• B) Edge communities consistently have low species diversity.
• C) Forest-interior species show declines in small patch communities.
• D) Landscapes dominated by small forest fragments support more species than continuous forest.

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