Multiple Choice
Island species are especially vulnerable to extinction because:
A) A single event like a hurricane may destroy a small island population
B) The extinction of a prey species may destroy a small island population
C) The introduction of a new predator may destroy a small island population
D) Random fluctuations in birth and death rates may destroy the small population of an island
E) All are correct
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