Imagine the environment of an ecosystem changes such that it floods more often. Which species would most likely increase in numbers in this new environment?(1 point)

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an insect species that lives on the leaves of short bushes
an insect species that lives on the leaves of short bushes
a tree species that is tolerant of excess water
a tree species that is tolerant of excess water
a flightless bird species that makes its nest on the ground
a flightless bird species that makes its nest on the ground
a mammal species that burrows underground

Answer 1

In an environment that experiences more frequent flooding, the species that would most likely increase in numbers would be a tree species that is tolerant of excess water. This is because such species are adapted to thrive in wet conditions, whereas the other options - insects on bushes, flightless birds nesting on the ground, and mammals that burrow underground - may not be well-suited to cope with increased water levels and flooding.