environment medium MCQ

The term 'Keystone Species' refers to a species that:

  1. Has the largest population in an ecosystem
  2. Is the most endangered species
  3. Has a disproportionately large effect on its environment relative to its abundance
  4. Is found only in one geographical location

Answer: Has a disproportionately large effect on its environment relative to its abundance

Keystone species, like sea otters or wolves, maintain ecosystem structure; their removal can cause dramatic changes or collapse.

Topic Ecology and Ecosystems
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC