Question

leatherback turtles, who are on the verge of being declared an endangered species. what would be the first effect on the ecosystem if habitat loss and fishing continue unchecked? 2 points a) a spurt in the population of jellyfish b) a spurt in the population of killer whales c) a change in the feeding habits of jellyfish d) a migration of jelly fish from the ecosystem

Explanation:

Leatherback turtles eat jellyfish. If habitat loss and fishing (which likely affects leatherback turtles, as they are endangered) continue, leatherback turtle populations would decline. With fewer predators (turtles) for jellyfish, the jellyfish population would increase. Killer whales don't primarily rely on jellyfish, so their population wouldn't spurt due to this. Feeding habits of jellyfish wouldn't change first due to this, and jellyfish wouldn't migrate out; instead, their numbers would rise with less predation.

Answer:

A) A spurt in the population of jellyfish