Which of these animals would likely have the highest production efficiency?
A) The bullfrog, a large ectotherm
B) The elephant, a large endotherm
C) The mouse, a small endotherm
D) The hummingbird, a small endotherm
E) A carnivorous insect, a very small ectotherm

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Carnivorous insects have the highest production efficiency among the listed animals because they are small ectotherms and have a high metabolic rate relative to their body size. They also have a short lifespan and undergo incomplete metamorphosis, which allows for efficient conversion of food to energy.

Which of These Animals Would Likely Have the Highest Production