Symbiotic Relationships Habitat A habitat is an ecological

Symbiotic Relationships

Habitat • A habitat is an ecological area that is inhabited by a particular species of animal, plant, or other type of organism. [ Wetland Habitat

Niche • A specific area where an organism lives and its relationship with all biotic and abiotic factors within that area Example: - A mole’s niche is underground - A bird’s niche is in the trees

Symbiosis • A close association of animals or plants of different species that is often, but not always, of mutual benefit.

Competition • Competition is an interaction between two organisms in which they compete for the same resources. • They could be competing for: ? ? ?

Competitive Exclusion Principle • The inevitable elimination of one species when two species are competing for the same resources

Mutualism • A symbiotic relationship between individuals of different species in which both individuals benefit from the association. Bee and Flower Clown Fish and Anemone

Commensalism • A symbiotic relationship between individuals of different species in which one individual is benefited, the other is not affected. Cow and Cowbird

Predator-Prey A predator is an organism that eats another organism. The prey is the organism which the predator eats.

Parasitism Tick sucking blood • Relationship between two organisms where one organism benefits by injuring/eating the other organism. Leech sucking blood Viruses