Give an example of a keystone species and what can happen if it is removed or leaves an ecosystem.
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An example of a keystone species is the sea otter in kelp forest ecosystems. If the sea otter is removed or leaves the ecosystem, the population of sea urchins can explode and overgraze on the kelp forests, leading to a loss of habitat for many other species that depend on the kelp for food and shelter. This can disrupt the entire ecosystem and lead to a decline in biodiversity.