Species that are first to colonize a new habitat (for example, after a disaster such as a fire) are often r-strategists.Characteristics that prepare them to survive in these conditions include all of these except that they
A) reproduce rapidly and only once.
B) can use a wide variety of resources.
C) compete strongly for limited resources.
D) produce large numbers of offspring.
E) are adapted to uncertain environments.

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Species that are first to colonize a new habitat have characteristics that allow them to quickly establish themselves in the area. They reproduce rapidly and produce large numbers of offspring to help with colonization, and are adapted to uncertain environments. They can also use a wide variety of resources. However, they do not compete strongly for limited resources as they are the first to colonize the area and resources are usually abundant.

Species That Are First to Colonize a New Habitat (For