Consider a field where many plants are specifically pollinated by bees. If there was a sudden increase in the population of a bee predator, such as the dragonfly, we might observe a reduction in the bee population, which would lead to reduced pollination. Select the most likely outcome of this change in the ecosystem. (1 point)

Question

A. Plants that were bee-pollinated will attract new insect pollinators.
B. The plant community will become smaller and less diverse.
C. Bees will start to avoid this area because of predation.
D. Wind will pollinate plants in this area

Answer 1

B. The plant community will become smaller and less diverse.