Question

A stork is a waterbird with a long beak. Most storks use their sharp, slender beaks to capture and dig up prey. Their beaks also help them crack open clam shells. A genetic mutation caused a few individuals to develop shorter, fatter beaks that aren’t as sharp. This mutation is likely a _____ mutation. Over time, natural selection will likely cause the occurrence of this trait to ______ in the population.

1.
a)beneficial
b)harmful
c)neutral

2.
a)decrease
b)increase
c)same

Answer 1

harmful and decrease as they would get difficulties in getting food!

Answer 2

According to me the answer must be....

1. Harmful....Because the Fatter beaks will not allow to pierce food...and self defence will weaken..

2.Decrease....obvioulsy due to fatter beaks no self defence...which can be a major factor of their extiction in the future