Why do early successional stages harbor many r -selected species?
A) they often require shade
B) they are long-lived
C) they are not damaged by disturbances
D) they produce many small seeds that colonize open areas
E) they grow slowly

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R-selected species are characterized by their ability to produce many small seeds, which allows them to quickly colonize open areas typical of early successional stages. These species are adapted to environments where space is abundant but competition is high, enabling them to spread rapidly before other, more competitive species can establish.

Why Do Early Successional Stages Harbor Many R -Selected Species