Biotic Relationships – Part 2

Scenario:A population of groundhogs and coyotes are living in a balanced cycle before the introduction of humans. When humans arrive with their cattle, they shoot the coyote population leaving on a few. Describe what happens to the populations of animals as a result.

Symbiotic Relationships:

Mutualism:

Your own example (explain in detail how both species benefit):

Commensalism:

Your own example (explain in detail how only 1 species benefits):

Parasitism:

Your own example (explain in detail how one benefits and one is harmed):

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Questions: Chose the type of symbiosis for the following and defend it:

a. Venom suit (spiderman)

b. A fetus in a pregnant woman

c. This cat and her person