Which of the Following Best Describes the Consequences of White-Band

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the consequences of white-band disease in Caribbean coral reefs?

A) The population of staghorn coral has been decimated,but elkhorn coral has replaced it.
B) The coral reef community for lobsters,snappers,and other reef fish species has improved.
C) Fish herbivores have populated the area in response to increased algal population growth.
D) Increased populations of algal species have led to an overall increase in reef diversity.
E) Many other coral species have repopulated the habitats of the affected staghorn species.