Which of the following statements about keystone species is true?
A) They are very abundant.
B) Their removal has a great effect on community structure.
C) They practice herbivory.
D) They have regular dispersion patterns.
E) They have clumped dispersion patterns.

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Keystone species are those whose removal has a significant impact on the entire community structure. They may not be very abundant or practice herbivory, and their dispersion patterns can vary. Therefore, only option B accurately describes a key characteristic of keystone species.

Which of the Following Statements About Keystone Species Is True