Ecology B20 20 Quick Check

A large owl species requires a vast, continuous forest habitat. Conservation efforts to protect this owl also help preserve habitat for many other species in the ecosystem.
What type of species is this?

• Umbrella species

• Indicator species

• Keystone species
• Endangered species

Which of the following is least likely to be true about umbrella species?

• Protecting their habitat often benefits a wide range of other species.

• They typically require large areas of habitat to survive.

• They are always apex predators at the top of the food chain.

• Conservation efforts targeting them can indirectly support ecosystem biodiversity.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which species is considered the "base" or "bedrock" of a community?

• Keystone species

• Endangered species

• Foundation species

• Dominant species

Which species is often used to indicate the health of an environment?

• Keystone species

• Endangered species

• Dominant species

• Indicator species

Which species is most likely to cause drastic changes in an ecosystem if removed?

• Keystone species

• Endangered species

• Foundation species

• Dominant species

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

What are umbrella species known for?

• Needing small habitats

• Being at the bottom of the food chain

• Protecting many other species in the ecosystem

• Having no impact on other species

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

What is one method to support sustainable development in fishing?

• Expanding catch limits to boost short-term economic gains

• Implementing temporary no-catch zones to allow fish populations to recover

• Disregarding stock assessments in favor of market demands

• Intensifying fishing efforts during peak spawning seasons

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Coral reefs provide the physical environment that supports a diverse community of marine life, from fish to invertebrates. Without the coral, the entire ecosystem would collapse.
What type of species is this?

• Keystone species
• Umbrella species

• Indicator species

• Endangered species

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

What is the primary goal of using renewable energy sources like solar, wind, and hydropower?

• Increase fossil fuel dependency

• Reduce fossil fuel dependency

• Increase water usage

• Promote deforestation

What is a controversial method mentioned for controlling population growth?

• Increasing birth rates

• Controlling birth rates

• Promoting urban development

• Increasing fossil fuel use

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4