Question

What will happen if natural predators are removed from a habitat?

the prey will decrease

the prey will increase

Answer 1

If natural predators are removed from a habitat, the prey population is likely to **increase**. Without predators to regulate their numbers, prey species can reproduce more freely and may multiply rapidly, potentially leading to overpopulation. This can result in overgrazing or overconsumption of vegetation and resources, which can eventually lead to ecological imbalances and negative effects on the habitat as a whole.