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Most environments do not have sufficient resources to support unlimited populations of all the species present. Different species that have the same requirements for habitats and food will attempt to maximize their own use of the resources. Sometimes this will occur through changes in behavior, and sometimes by alterations in the species itself to better compete. "Survival of the fittest" means that a less-well-adapted species may die out if it cannot obtain food and safe habitats.
Which applies and has applied to ever species in the history of existence except for humans. For some reason we have a government that goes above and beyond its duties and does everything for its population. Wonder why democracies only have a lifespan of about 200 years...like what was said previously: survival of the fittest. Darwin had it right.
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How can a new species with no predator affect other populations of species?
Their population could grow much faster, and they could compete with other species for food.
What animals do sharks compete with for food or space?
Probably other sharks of the same and different species. They will either compete for mates or fish.
What species do humans compete with for food space and habitat?
I think the simple answer is that we effectively compete with all other species on the planet (expect perhaps some deep ocean life forms).
When members of a species compete what do they compete for?
they compete so they can suvive and reproduce
What other species do jaguars compete with?
None. Jaguars are the largest cat in the New World and the 3rd largest cat in the world. With the exception of humans, Jaguars have no competitors.
When do species compete in an ecosystem?
Since food and other resources are limited, the members of a species must compete with each other to survive. Competition does not always involve direct physical fights between members of a species. Instead, competition is usually indirect.
How can a new species with no predator affect other populations of species?
Their population could grow much faster, and they could compete with other species for food.
Do raptors compete for habitat and other resources?
Of course they do. The compete with other raptors, generally of the same species, for those habitats and resources. Not to mention all other ground based predators interested in the same prey species.
What animals do sharks compete with for food or space?
Probably other sharks of the same and different species. They will either compete for mates or fish.
What species do humans compete with for food space and habitat?
I think the simple answer is that we effectively compete with all other species on the planet (expect perhaps some deep ocean life forms).
When the members of species compete what do they compete for?
Usually animals of the same species compete for mates { two males usually compete over one female.} Animals could compete over prey or vegetation too.
When members of a species compete what do do they compete for?
Food, water, space, etc.
What is it called when members of each species compete regularly for food and other necessary resources?
scientific for evolution
What means that members of each species compete regularly for food and other necessary resources?
Struggle for existence
What do members in a species compete for?
they compete for food,mates,and places to put there baby's
How can a limited resource affect the survival of a species?
When 2 species directly compete for a limited resource, only 1 will ultimately be sustained in that space. The other will die out
Do fire ants compete with other ant species?
No they do not, all ants thrive together to make huge nests
