What is a keystone species? How can a keystone species within a community be identified?
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It has a disproportionately large effect on its environment relative to its abundance. Removing a keystone species from an ecosystem can lead to significant changes in the composition and dynamics of the community, often resulting in the collapse of the Show more…
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