Animal Behavior
A keystone species is a species that has a disproportionately large impact on its environment relative to its abundance. The presence or absence of a keystone species can significantly influence the structure of an ecosystem and the overall diversity of species within that ecosystem. They play critical roles in maintaining the ecological balance, often affecting predator-prey dynamics and community composition, and their loss can lead to dramatic changes in ecosystem health.
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