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Large carnivores in general are often used as indicator species because of their seat at the top of the food chain. ... When a large carnivore is missing from an ecosystem this can
reflect problems in prey populations, usually caused by larger issues
such as over-harvest of game, presence of disease, or habitat changes.
Large carnivores in general are often used as indicator species because of their seat at the top of the food chain. When a large carnivore is missing from an ecosystemthis can reflect problems in prey populations, usually caused by larger issues such as over-harvest of game, presence of disease, or habitat changes.