C. It breeds rapidly and has no predators in this environment.
This would explain why the Northern Pacific seastar is so successful in southeastern Australia. Rapid breeding allows the species to quickly establish a population, while having no predators means there are no natural controls on its population growth.
The Northern Pacific seastar is a particularly successful invasive species. Which of the following explains why it is so successful in the waters of southeastern Australia, outside of its native environment?
A. It can cling to the bottom of ships and other vessels.
B. It consumes the eggs of the spotted handfish.
C. It breeds rapidly and has no predators in this environment.
D. it is accustomed to a cold climate.
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