Explain how wolves can be used as a biological indicator of the overall health of the ecosystem?

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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 ecosystemthis can reflect problems in prey populations, usually caused by larger issues such as over-harvest of game, presence of disease, or habitat changes.

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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.

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