How to Avoid Competition?
Organisms have evolved various strategies to avoid competition and ensure their survival. Let’s understand these strategies in detail.
Resource Partitioning
Organisms can divide and utilize limited resources in different ways to reduce direct competition. For example, two species of birds might feed on the same type of insects, but one species primarily forages during the day, while the other forages at night. This way, they share the resources but avoid direct competition.
Niche Specialization
By occupying unique ecological niches, organisms can focus on utilizing specific resources that might not be of interest or accessible to other species. For instance, certain species of finches have evolved specialized beaks for feeding on specific types of seeds, allowing them to coexist with other finch species that have different beak adaptations.
Spatial and Temporal Segregation
Species can segregate themselves spatially or temporally, using different areas or time periods to access resources. An example of spatial segregation is how tree-dwelling and ground-dwelling species may coexist by utilizing different vertical habitats. Temporal segregation can be observed when certain species are active during different times of the day or seasons.
Adaptive Behavior
Organisms can exhibit adaptive behaviors to reduce competition. For example, territorial behavior may establish exclusive access to resources within a specific area, reducing conflicts with other individuals of the same species.
Competition Interaction Notes Class 12
Competition interaction occurs when organisms fight for limited resources in their environment. Examples of resources are food, water, and space. Competition, an important topic in class 12 biology, is a fundamental concept in ecology which plays a vital role in shaping ecosystems and driving natural selection. Competition interaction drives organisms to develop strategies for resource acquisition and survival, leading to adaptations that enhance their competitive abilities. You can find Competition Interaction Class 12 Notes here.
Table of Content
- What is Competition?
- Examples of Competition
- Types of Competition in an Ecosystem
- Competitive Exclusion Principle
- How to Avoid Competition?
- Conclusion – Competition Notes Class-12
- CBSE Previous Year Question Papers
- FAQs On Competition Notes Class 12