Life in the Savanna: The Complex Web of Relationships Between Or

What is the primary characteristic of the savanna ecosystem?

• Mainly grassland with scattered trees and shrubs

• Dense forest with a thick canopy

• Desert with sparse vegetation

• Wetland with abundant water bodies

Which of the following is an example of mutualism in the savanna?

• Oxpecker birds and large herbivores

• Lions hunting zebras

• Ticks feeding on buffalo

• Cheetahs chasing impalas

What role do decomposers play in the savanna ecosystem?

• Break down dead plants and animals

• Hunt and kill prey

• Compete for resources

• Provide shade for other plants

How do acacia trees protect themselves from herbivores?

• By having sharp thorns

• By growing tall quickly

• By producing toxic leaves

• By shedding leaves during dry seasons

What could happen if lions were hunted to extinction in the savanna?

• Herbivore populations could explode, leading to overgrazing

• The savanna would become a dense forest

• Predator populations would increase

• The ecosystem would remain unchanged