These ferns may be the first plants known to work together as ants do by Jake Buehler

Which of the following best identifies the author's main purpose in the article?
A. to discuss the various plant and animal species that are eusocial
B. to share findings that support the idea that staghorn ferns are eusocial
C. to challenge claims that reject the idea that staghorn ferns are eusocial
D. to encourage scientists to study other plant species that might be eusocial

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The author's main purpose in the article is best identified as:

B. to share findings that support the idea that staghorn ferns are eusocial.

This option aligns with the idea that the article discusses the findings regarding staghorn ferns and their potential eusocial behavior, which is likely a central theme of the piece.