Ontario Grade 9 Science Class Practice Exam

Where do native species typically live?

1. In urban areas only

2. In their historical range

3. In new ecosystems

4. In aquatic environments only

The correct answer is: In their historical range

Native species, by definition, refers to plants and animals that naturally occur in a particular area or region. This means that they have historically lived in a specific geographic range. Therefore, the correct answer is B because native species typically live in their historical range, and not just in urban areas (A), new ecosystems (C), or aquatic environments (D). While native species may adapt and be found in urban areas or new ecosystems, their natural and preferred habitat is within their historical range. Additionally, not all native species are aquatic and can be found in a variety of environments, not just aquatic environments (D).