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Many Species of Algae, Seaweed, and Sea Grasses Live on and Around

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Many species of algae, seaweed, and sea grasses live on and around coral reefs.Herbivores, including most fish, sea urchins, and gastropods (snails and sea slugs) , graze on them.In this environment, are herbivores more likely to be generalists or specialists?


A) Generalists, because it is easier for grazers to eat whatever is available
B) Generalists, because there are many types of algae to choose from
C) Specialists, because specialization allows resource partitioning
D) Specialists, because it is more efficient for grazers to pick a single species
E) Either generalists or specialists, because coral reef diversity makes both options possible

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