Types of Interaction
Commensalism: Commensalism, in biology, ... Commensalism and other types of interaction. In commensal interactions, one species benefits and the other is unaffected.
The competitive interaction is also known as the competition. It is defined as a rivalry between the organisms for the same resources. It can be intraspecific or interspecific.
Mutualism or interspecific cooperation is the way two organisms of different species exist in a relationship in which each individual benefits from the activity of the other.
Life cycle of a malaria parasite. Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc. A different form of parasitism called brood parasitism is practiced by most species of cuckoos and all cowbirds.
Predation is a biological interaction where a predator (a hunting animal) kills and eats its prey (the organism that is attacked). Predators are adapted and often highly specialized for hunting, with acute vision, hearing, and sense of smell.
Start studying Science - Competition, Predation & Symbiosis. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.