Which one of the following is not observed in biodiversity hotspots ?
- Lesser interspecific competition
- Species richness
- Endemism
- Accelerated species loss
The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
The correct option is(A): Lesser interspecific competition.
Areas characterized by significant concentrations of species endemism and facing substantial habitat loss are termed ecological hotspots, commonly known as biodiversity hotspots. They constitute approximately 2.3% of the Earth's land surface and currently, there are 36 such hotspots worldwide. Meeting stringent criteria, an area becomes an ecological hotspot by harboring a minimum of 1,500 species of vascular plants that are exclusively found there (referred to as "endemic" species) and having experienced the loss of at least 70% of its original native vegetation. Due to the abundance of species in these regions, there is a noteworthy level of competition between different species for resources.
Therefore, the correct option is Lesser interspecific competition.
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