Two species are characterized by the trait sets in the figure.
Which classification fits Species X and Species Y, respectively?
- A
X is K-selected; Y is r-selected
- B
Both are K-selected
- Ccheck_circle
X is r-selected; Y is K-selected
- D
Both are r-selected
Explanation
r-selected species have many small offspring, short lives, and little care, favored in unstable environments. K-selected species have few large offspring with extensive care, favored near carrying capacity.