Some predators feed preferentially on the most abundant prey. This is an example of ________ predation.

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Density-dependent predation occurs when the rate of predation increases as the density of the prey population increases. Predators may preferentially target the most abundant prey, leading to a decrease in the prey population until it reaches a lower density that the predator is no longer able to sustain. This type of predation is dependent on the density of the prey population and can lead to fluctuations in population size.

Some Predators Feed Preferentially on the Most Abundant Prey