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What effect did the wolf's disappearance have on the elk population in Yellowstone National Park?
The elk population grew.
How did the absence of wolves affect the vegetation in Yellowstone National Park?
The vegetation was overgrazed by the elk.
What happened to the beaver population as a result of the disappearance of wolves?
The beaver population declined dramatically.
How did the elk's overgrazing of young trees and shrubs affect the ecosystem?
It affected the plant life and other animals.
What impact did the wolf's disappearance have on the grizzly bear population?
The grizzly bear population declined.
What was the primary role of wolves in regulating the size of the elk herd?
To keep the elk herd small and manageable
What was the cascading effect caused by the wolf's disappearance in Yellowstone National Park?
Decrease in vegetation growth
What was one of the reasons why many people were happy to be rid of the wild carnivore?
Wolves were seen as dangerous predators to livestock
What was the significance of wolves in Yellowstone’s ecosystem?
They played a key role in regulating herbivore populations
Explore the ecological impact of the grey wolf's near extinction and reintroduction in Yellowstone National Park through this quiz. Understand the cascading effects of the wolf's disappearance and subsequent return on the park's ecosystem.
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