The sea otter is an omnivore that makes up a small portion of the community by weight,yet strongly influences the health,dynamics,and diversity of the entire community of other oceanic species around it.This is an example of a _____ species.

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The description fits that of a keystone species, which may be small in abundance but have a large impact on the ecosystem. They are important for maintaining the balance of the ecosystem and can have a disproportionate impact on the community around them.

The Sea Otter Is an Omnivore That Makes Up a Small