Overview
Commensalism is a fascinating ecological relationship where one organism benefits while the other remains unaffected. This type of interaction is essential for understanding the complexity of ecosystems and how different species coexist. Examples of commensalism can be found in various environments,...
Key Terms
Example: The relationship between bees and flowers.
Example: Clownfish and sea anemones.
Example: Ticks feeding on mammals.
Example: A forest ecosystem.
Example: Orchids growing on trees.
Example: A whale hosting barnacles.
Related Topics
Mutualism
A relationship where both species benefit, crucial for understanding ecological interactions.
intermediateParasitism
A relationship where one organism benefits at the expense of another, highlighting different ecological dynamics.
intermediateEcosystem Dynamics
Study of interactions within ecosystems, including various symbiotic relationships.
advancedKey Concepts
SymbiosisEcosystemMutualismParasitism