Animals with larger body sizes are more vulnerable to extinction because ________.
A) they are not easily hunted by humans
B) they tend to have small ranges that are vulnerable to fragmentation
C) they are dependent on abundance of many different species lower in the food chain
D) All of the above

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Larger animals often require more resources and energy, making them dependent on a stable and abundant food chain. They are also more susceptible to habitat loss and fragmentation, but option C directly addresses their vulnerability due to their dietary needs.

Animals with Larger Body Sizes Are More Vulnerable to Extinction