Which of the following is an incorrect statement about keystone species?

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Which of the following is an incorrect statement about keystone species?

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Keystone species play a critical role in ecosystem stability. Their removal can lead to drastic changes in an ecosystem. Keystone species are always the most abundant species in an ecosystem. Correct Predators can act as keystone species by controlling prey populations.

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Keystone species are not necessarily the most abundant, but they have a disproportionately large impact on ecosystem structure.

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