What is a r-strategist?

Answer 1

A species characterized by having rapid development, high motility, and a high reproductive rate relative to a K-strategist.

Answer 2

An r-strategist is a species that prioritizes high reproductive rates in unstable or unpredictable environments. They typically produce many offspring with minimal parental care, relying on quantity over quality to increase their chances of survival and reproductive success. Examples include insects and small rodents.