ECOLOGY
ECOSYSTEM
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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K-selected
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r-selected
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Definition. r-Reproductive strategy is adopted by r-selected species which is characterized by smaller body size, rapid developmental rate, high reproductive rate or fecundity, early reproduction, smaller offspring, semelparity, and short life span.
Detailed explanation-2: -The production of numerous small offspring followed by exponential population growth is the defining characteristic of r-selected species. They require short gestation periods, mature quickly (and thus require little or no parental care), and possess short life spans.
Detailed explanation-3: -Which animals are a r-selected species? R-selected animals are those that produce large numbers of offspring at a time. Examples include frogs, most insects, and salmon.