A forest area is cut down to build a farm for the villagers.

What is an unlikely effect of this change?

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a loss of habitat

a loss of habitat

overcrowding of the species

overcrowding of the species

increased flooding

increased flooding

increased water temperature of the streams

increased water temperature of the streams

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An unlikely effect of cutting down a forest area to build a farm for villagers is overcrowding of the species.

While habitat loss can lead to a decline in certain species, overcrowding typically occurs when an area can no longer support the same number of individuals due to reduced resources—such as food, shelter, and space—after habitat destruction. Instead, you would more likely see decreased biodiversity and potential declines in populations rather than overcrowding.