Question

49. The species responsible for making the characteristics of the community are called :
(A) Extra-ordinary species
(B) Special species
(C) Dominant species
(D) High-performer species
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Answer 1

Answer:

Dominant species

Explanation:

In ecology or taxonomy the dominant species makes characteristics of community. Example: If we Sal forest that means 'Sal' plant is making characteristic of that community.

Answer 2

The species that are responsible for making the characteristics of the community are called Dominant species.

• These are the species that outnumbers/ dominates in an ecological habitat comparing other species.
• Shows high relative abundance to other species and the effect over the community is almost proportionate due to their high biomass( mass ratio hypothesis).
• These species can be widespread or limited in their ecological niche.
• exerts strong effects on food web structure and ecosystem function.
• Most of the ecosystems are usually named based on the dominant species found there.
• eg. Nilambur Teak forest in Kerala, India where the Teak is the dominant species.