Organisms living in an ecosystem that are particularly sensitive to changes in that ecosystem are known as________________.

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Indicator species can be used to monitor changes in the environment because they are particularly sensitive to changes, often showing early signs of ecosystem degradation. Keystone species are important in maintaining the balance of an ecosystem, but may not necessarily be sensitive to changes. Consumers and producers are not necessarily more or less sensitive to changes than other organisms in an ecosystem.

Organisms Living in an Ecosystem That Are Particularly Sensitive to Changes