When bison disappear from the ecosystem, the population of elk may increase significantly since they will not have to compete for resources. This rise in the elk population could lead to overgrazing, which would harm the plants they depend on for food. As the plants diminish, the entire ecosystem might struggle, affecting not only the elk but also the wolves that rely on them for food. This situation shows how important resilience is, as ecosystems need to adapt to changes to survive. Additionally, having a variety of species, or biodiversity, helps ecosystems remain stable, as different organisms can fill roles that others leave behind when they disappear.
Plants, bison, elk, and wolves are all members of an ecosystem. The bison and elk are both primary consumers in this ecosystem, while the wolves are a predator. Over time, the bison completely disappear. Give an example of how the ecosystem may respond to this change, and explain how this relates to both resiliency and biodiversity. (4 points)
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