The Living World: Biodiversity
What is likely to have a higher number of species, an island near the mainland or one that is isolated?
What is the term used to describe species that have few to no native predators and can fill a broad ecological niche?
Which type of species is more likely to cause the extinction of endemic species on islands?
Which investigative approach should scientists take to best determine how invasive mammalian predators influence endemic reptile populations on oceanic islands?
How does the presence of invasive species impact endemic species on islands?
What is a key environmental benefit of using solar panels instead of natural gas for electricity production?
What happens to immigration rates as extinction rates increase on an island?
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According to island biogeography theory, what would you expect if two identical islands were located at different distances from the mainland?
Which term describes the ecological role or specific environmental conditions that a species requires for survival?
Given the increased protection of island ecosystems, which policy is most likely to prevent invasive species from disrupting native populations while promoting tourism and research?