Which of the following is an example of a fundamental niche?
A)a mouse feeding on only small seeds in the presence of a competitor
B)an amphibian laying eggs in all possible habitats
C)a bird nesting on top of a tree in the presence of predators
D)a lizard feeding on insects only at dawn when snakes are present

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A fundamental niche refers to the entire range of environmental conditions and resources that a species can potentially occupy without competition. Option B, where an amphibian lays eggs in all possible habitats, represents a fundamental niche. The other options involve a species making compromises and adjustments to coexist with competition and predators in their realized niche.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Fundamental