Which pair of terms most accurately describes life history traits for a stable population of wolves?
A) semelparous; r-selected
B) semelparous; K-selected
C) iteroparous; r-selected
D) iteroparous; K-selected

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Wolves are iteroparous, meaning they have multiple reproductive events in their lifetime, and K-selected, meaning they have a few, well-cared-for offspring with a high probability of survival. They invest a lot of energy in raising their young and maintaining their territories, which is characteristic of K-selection.

Which Pair of Terms Most Accurately Describes Life History Traits