Question
During the drought of 1977 on the island of Daphne Major, which of the following answers correctly explains why birds with larger beaks had a competitive advantage over other individuals?(1 point)
Responses
Birds with larger beaks were better able to utilize the large seeds.
Birds with larger beaks were better able to utilize the large seeds.
These birds were able to hold more water.
These birds were able to hold more water.
These birds were able to smell and locate nesting sites with more accuracy.
These birds were able to smell and locate nesting sites with more accuracy.
These birds were able to fight off birds with smaller beaks more successfully.
These birds were able to fight off birds with smaller beaks more successfully.
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The correct answer is:
Birds with larger beaks were better able to utilize the large seeds.
During the drought of 1977 on the island of Daphne Major, food sources became limited, and birds with larger beaks had a competitive advantage because they could more effectively eat the larger seeds that were available, unlike those with smaller beaks who struggled to consume them.
