Which characteristics may make a species more vulnerable to extinction due to large stochastic change?
A) A tendency to live away from each other and be territorial
B) High reproductive rates but small body size
C) High population density
D) Large body sizes and large areas to live in
E) Many large populations and high reproductive rates

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A tendency to live away from each other and be territorial can make a species more vulnerable to extinction due to large stochastic change because it reduces the chances of individuals finding mates and reproducing.

Which Characteristics May Make a Species More Vulnerable to Extinction