Phenology is the timing of seasonal life cycle events; how does climate change influence it?

• A. It triggers genetic adaptation in populations without affecting interactions.
• B. Phenology is the timing of seasonal life cycle events; climate change shifts timing, disrupting synchrony with prey, pollinators, and competitors.
• C. It reduces the overall number of species in ecosystems.
• D. It has no effect on trophic interactions.

Answer: (B)