What describes the aardwolf's niche compared to larger carnivores like lions or leopards?
Answer
Securing an uncontested niche consuming high-quantity, low-energy biomass
The aardwolf has secured a niche by consuming termites—a massive biomass source that is low in individual energy value—thereby avoiding direct caloric competition with larger predators.
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