Question

Of the predators in the image, which one is most likely a keystone species?

(1 point)
Responses

pine marten
pine marten

frog
frog

ringtail
ringtail

mountain lion

Answer 1

The mountain lion is most likely a keystone species. Keystone species play a critical role in maintaining the structure of an ecosystem, and mountain lions help regulate prey populations, which in turn impacts vegetation and other species within their habitat.