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What is the outcome of interspecific competition?
What is the outcome of interspecific competition?
- It depends on the species involved and environmental factors (correct)
- An unstable equilibrium can occur
- One species always wins
- Both species always co-exist
Which of the following insects is a milkweed specialist?
Which of the following insects is a milkweed specialist?
- Oleander aphid (correct)
- Monarch butterfly caterpillar
- Grasshopper
- Ladybug
What can affect the outcome of interspecific competition?
What can affect the outcome of interspecific competition?
- Neither environmental nor biological factors
- Both environmental and biological factors (correct)
- Only biological factors
- Only environmental factors
Study Notes
- Interspecific competition is more complex than intra-specific competition.
- It involves competition between individuals of different species for limited resources.
- The outcome can be one species winning, both co-existing, or an unstable equilibrium.
- Environmental and biological factors can affect the outcome.
- The picture shows two herbivorous insects competing for the same resource on milkweed.
- The insects are oleander aphids and monarch butterfly caterpillars.
- Oleander aphids are milkweed specialists and are charismatic and beautiful.
- They can be found on native and introduced milkweed.
- Breathing on them makes them dance.
- Check them out if you find them.
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Test your knowledge on interspecific competition with this quiz! Learn about the complexities of competition between individuals of different species for limited resources. Explore the various outcomes that can occur, from one species winning to both co-existing or an unstable equilibrium. Discover how environmental and biological factors can affect the outcome. Plus, enjoy a fascinating picture of two herbivorous insects - oleander aphids and monarch butterfly caterpillars - competing for the same resource on milkweed. Don't miss the chance to learn about these
