alleryA species expands its range when a superior competitor is removed. This is
AResource partitioning
BCompetitive exclusion
CCompetitive release
DCharacter displacement
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Competitive release
Freed from the stronger competitor, the restricted species spreads widely, which is competitive release.
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