Question

a population of a species is being monitored by a group of ecologists. they notice that as soon as offspring are born, they have to function without their parents. most of them will have a short life. which type of species is the best classification from the following choices?
altruistic species
specialist species
k - selected species
r - selected species
question 6 (multiple choice worth 3 points)
(01.05 mc)
a scientific theory can come from

Explanation:

r - selected species are characterized by high reproductive rates, short life - spans, and minimal parental care. Since the species in question has a short life and offspring function without parents, these traits align with r - selected species. K - selected species have long life - spans and high parental care. Specialist species focus on a narrow range of resources. Altruistic species are about self - sacrificing behavior for others, which is not relevant here.

Answer:

r - selected species