Biology

Izaiah Hurst

10 April, 01:08

A scientist studied iguanas inhabiting a chain of small ocean islands. He discovered two species that live in different habitats and display different behaviors. His observations are listed in the table below.

observations of two species of lguanas

species A

spends most of its time in the ocean

is rarely found more than 10 meters from shore

eats algae

species B

spends most of its time on land

is found many meters inland from shore

eats cactus and other land plants

Which statement best describes these two species of iguanas?

(1) Both species evolved through the process of ecological succession.

(2) Each species occupies a different niche.

(3) The two species can interbreed.

(4) Species A is a scavenger and species B is a carnivore.