Which statement best describes a keystone species?
A)a species that takes up a great deal of space in a community
B)an abundant species that may or may not affect other species
C)a rare species that has a strong effect on its community
D)a common species that has a strong effect on its community

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A keystone species is typically rare but has a disproportionately large impact on its ecosystem relative to its abundance.

Which Statement Best Describes a Keystone Species