Question

the prevailing ecosystem in the humid continental climate region is the mid - latitude deciduous forest, also known as the temperate deciduous forest. which of the following groups of trees and animals is not found in the mid - latitude deciduous forest ecosystem? maple, oak, and birch trees with porcupines, raccoons, and opossums oak and magnolia trees with opossums and white - tailed deer maple and birch trees with white - tailed deer and raccoons palm and cypress trees with white - tailed deer, alligators, and panthers

Explanation:

Palm and cypress trees are more common in tropical or wetland areas, not mid - latitude deciduous forests. Alligators and panthers also don't typically inhabit this ecosystem.

Answer:

D. Palm and cypress trees with white - tailed deer, alligators, and panthers