Small forested streams can hold more consumers than local production allows due to:
AFew herbivores
BEfficient algae
CNo heat loss
DOutside inputs
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Outside inputs
Leaves and other material entering from surrounding land feed the stream community beyond its own production.
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