All Flashcards
Deforestation effects on specialists?
Habitat loss and reduced food sources lead to population decline.
Environmental change effects on generalists?
Increased competition, but higher survival rates due to adaptability.
Loss of bamboo effects on pandas?
Starvation and population decline due to their specialized diet.
Climate change effects on polar bears?
Melting sea ice reduces hunting grounds, leading to starvation.
Invasive species effects on specialists?
Competition for resources leads to decline in specialist populations.
Habitat fragmentation effects on specialists?
Reduced access to resources and mates, leading to genetic bottlenecks.
Pollution effects on sensitive species?
Decline in populations of species with low tolerance ranges.
Overhunting effects on specialist predators?
Disruption of food webs and decline in prey populations.
Introduction of new diseases effects on specialists?
Rapid population decline due to lack of immunity.
Loss of keystone species effects on the ecosystem?
Cascading effects leading to loss of biodiversity and ecosystem instability.
Significance of niche breadth?
Determines a species' vulnerability to environmental change.
Why are generalists more resilient?
They can utilize a wider variety of resources and adapt to new conditions.
Why are specialists more vulnerable?
They depend on specific resources and cannot easily adapt to change.
How does diet affect species survival?
Flexible diets increase survival chances in changing environments.
How does location affect species survival?
Sensitivity to location changes increases vulnerability for specialists.
How does tolerance affect species survival?
High tolerance to environmental changes increases resilience.
How does deforestation impact species?
Reduces habitat and resources, affecting specialists more severely.
What is the role of generalists in ecosystems?
Help maintain stability by utilizing various resources.
What is the role of specialists in ecosystems?
Contribute to biodiversity by occupying specific niches.
How does climate change affect species?
Shifts in climate can severely impact specialist species.
What determines if a species is a generalist or specialist?
Niche breadth, diet flexibility, location requirements, and tolerance range.
Why are generalist species more likely to survive in changing environments?
Their broad niche and adaptability allow them to utilize different resources and habitats.
Why are specialist species more vulnerable to environmental changes?
Their narrow niche and specific requirements make them highly sensitive to disruptions.
Explain the relationship between diet and species classification.
Generalists have flexible diets, while specialists have limited or specific diets.
How does location affect species classification?
Generalists can live in various locations, while specialists require specific habitats.
What is the significance of a species' tolerance range?
It determines how well a species can withstand environmental changes and disturbances.
What is the impact of deforestation on generalist and specialist species?
Deforestation reduces habitat and resources, favoring generalists while harming specialists.