What is a keystone species, and why do they matter?

They are the lynchpin of ecosystems – species that maintain balance and support biodiversity – without which the food web is transformed or could even collapse.

Are keystone species always the dominant predator in an ecosystem? - Quora

7 Keystone Species — and Why they Matter for Our Planet

Explore food webs in this mini unit focused on keystone species for the Texas TEKS. Follow the 5E Model, incorporating CER, hands-on labs, reading,

Keystone Species Phenomenon 5 Day Unit | Food Webs Ecosystems Activity CER

Wolves: A Violent Past and a Promising Future for a Vital Keystone Species

Why Endangered Species Matter

Keystone species are organisms that are ecologically crucial for their native ecosystem. Here's some artworks about them (+1 bonus animal) made by Jeroen Helmer for Rewilding Europe : r/megafaunarewilding

What are keystone species and why are they important? - National Environmental Treasure

The Discovery of Keystone Species, The Serengeti Rules

Keystone Species: What Are They and Why Do They Matter?

This resource is to be paired with the viewing of the Wild Kratts Aardvark Town Video. This episode c…

The Importance of Wolves

Keystone Cows - DS Family Farm