Species that have a delayed reproductive stage,are competing for limited resources,and have smaller numbers of slowly maturing large offspring show ______ selected adaptations.

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Species that have a delayed reproductive stage, are competing for limited resources, and have smaller numbers of slowly maturing large offspring show K-selected adaptations. K-selected species typically have a lower reproductive rate but produce offspring that are larger, more competitive, and more likely to survive to reproductive maturity. This strategy is most successful in stable environments where resources are limited and competition is high.

Species That Have a Delayed Reproductive Stage,are Competing for Limited