A species whose role in an ecosystem is vital to the abundance of other species in an ecosystem is called a(n)

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A keystone species is a species whose role in an ecosystem is critical to the abundance of other species in an ecosystem. Its presence maintains the balance in the ecosystem. Removal of such species could cause significant disruption to the ecosystem. Examples of keystone species include sea otters, wolves, and bees.

A Species Whose Role in an Ecosystem Is Vital to the Abundance