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ZOO 102 Animal Diversity Objective Question

Question

Habitat heterogeneity promotes higher regional animal diversity because diverse landscapes:
Options
A Eliminate interspecific competition across all trophic tiers
B Standardize environmental temperatures throughout all seasons
C Provide varied resources, niches, shelter, and breeding substrates
Correct Answer
D Reduce genetic flow between identical breeding demes
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Heterogeneous areas with forests, wetlands, and open plains provide a greater variety of niches, catering to diverse species requirements.

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