Question

question 9 (3 points)
species that provide early warnings of damage to a community or an ecosystem are called
a) non - native species.
b) keystone species.
c) indicator species.
d) specialist species.

Explanation:

Indicator species are sensitive to environmental changes and can signal damage to a community or ecosystem. Non - native species are those not originally from an area. Keystone species have a disproportionately large impact on their environment. Specialist species have narrow ecological niches.

Answer:

C. indicator species.