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R-selected species

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

An r-selected species is a type of organism that has a high reproductive rate, short lifespan, and produces many offspring with little parental care.