Suppose the number of bird species is determined mainly by the number of vertical strata found in the environment. If so, in which of the following biomes would you find the greatest number of bird species?
A)tropical rain forest
B)savanna
C)desert
D)temperate broadleaf forest
E)temperate grassland

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Tropical rain forests are characterized by several vertical layers, including a dense canopy layer, understory layer, and forest floor. These layers provide different habitats for various bird species, resulting in a high diversity of bird species in these biomes. Savannas, deserts, temperate broadleaf forests, and temperate grasslands have fewer vertical layers and therefore support fewer bird species.

Suppose the Number of Bird Species Is Determined Mainly by the Number