One impact of climate change is the warming of the oceans. This increase in temperature affects the biodiversity of species, especially in northern waters. How have these increasing temperatures most likely influenced northern animals?

A. Additional offspring are being produced, which dramatically increases population size.
B. Animals from the south are expanding their ranges, which increases competition.
C. Many of the animals living there are showing changes in their feeding preferences.
D. There is an increase in primary productivity, allowing food chains to greatly expand.

Question

One impact of climate change is the warming of the oceans. This increase in temperature affects the biodiversity of species, especially in northern waters. How have these increasing temperatures most likely influenced northern animals?

A. Additional offspring are being produced, which dramatically increases population size.
B. Animals from the south are expanding their ranges, which increases competition.
C. Many of the animals living there are showing changes in their feeding preferences.
D. There is an increase in primary productivity, allowing food chains to greatly expand.