Question
Why are wolves classified as a keystone species in the ecosystem of Yellowstone National Park? (1 point)
Responses
Wolves breed with one another and produce many cubs each year.
Wolves breed with one another and produce many cubs each year.
The activities of wolves support the biodiversity of the ecosystem.
The activities of wolves support the biodiversity of the ecosystem.
Wolves roam across the park, instead of remaining in one area.
Wolves roam across the park, instead of remaining in one area.
Wolves reside in the ecosystem for only part of the year.
Responses
Wolves breed with one another and produce many cubs each year.
Wolves breed with one another and produce many cubs each year.
The activities of wolves support the biodiversity of the ecosystem.
The activities of wolves support the biodiversity of the ecosystem.
Wolves roam across the park, instead of remaining in one area.
Wolves roam across the park, instead of remaining in one area.
Wolves reside in the ecosystem for only part of the year.
Answers
GPT-4o mini
Wolves are classified as a keystone species in the ecosystem of Yellowstone National Park because **the activities of wolves support the biodiversity of the ecosystem.** Their hunting behaviors regulate prey populations, which in turn affects the vegetation and other species within the ecosystem, promoting a diverse and balanced environment.