Question 1

What are generalist species?

Accepted Answer

Species that can live in many different places and don't have any specific requirements

(flies, cockroaches, raccoons, etc.; opposite of specialist species)

Question 2

What are specialist species?

Accepted Answer

Species of animals that require very special conditions to survive

(pandas, koalas, etc.; opposite of generalist species)

Question 3

Are specialist or generalist species more likely to survive natural disruptions?

Accepted Answer

Generalist species because they do not require as specific conditions and are therefore more adaptable

Question 4

Are invasive species more likely to be generalists or specialists?

Accepted Answer

Generalists because generalists have less specific requirements, meaning that they can thrive in foreign habitats more effectively

(it's hard to imagine pandas (specialists) as being invasive)

3.1 Generalist and Specialist Species, AP Environmental Science Flashcards