Despite having a relatively small biomass, populations of grizzly bears often have strong effects on their communities. The grizzly bear is therefore an example of a
A) foundation species.
B) keystone species.
C) dominant species.
D) trophic facilitator.

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Grizzly bears are considered keystone species because they have a disproportionately large impact on their environment relative to their biomass, affecting the structure and function of their ecosystem.

Despite Having a Relatively Small Biomass, Populations of Grizzly Bears