Question

1. in 2016, the wolf population on isle royale declined to only two individuals. how will the lack of wolves affect the moose population?

Explanation:

Wolves play a role in the ecosystem. Their absence can lead to changes in prey - species behavior and population, as well as cascading effects on vegetation and other species through trophic interactions. Without wolves, prey populations may increase, over - graze vegetation, and disrupt the balance of the ecosystem.

Answer:

The lack of wolves may cause the moose population to increase as there are fewer predators. This could lead to over - browsing of vegetation, which in turn could affect the habitat quality for other species and potentially lead to a decline in plant species diversity. Additionally, without wolves preying on sick or weak moose, the overall health of the moose population may decline over time due to the spread of diseases within a larger, less culled population.