species interaction - niche / habitat study. predation predators have specialized body parts for...
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Species interaction - niche / habitat study
Predation• Predators have specialized body parts for
locating and obtaining prey.
• Structures= fangs, jaws, holding legs, etc
• Chemicals= toxins, poisons, etc
• Behaviors= camouflage, social, ambush, etc
Predator Traits
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Herbivores / omnivores
• Need to have mouthparts to obtain food
• Siphon = butterfly
• Chewing = grasshopper / cricket
• Shredding = stonefly nymph (aquatic)
Herbivores
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decomposers
• Many different enzymes to break down organics - Carbs / lipids / protein
• Usually little defense / mvmt
Decomposers
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Scavengers & Detritivores
• Consume dead organic matter
Habitat
• Includes food, water, shelter, space
• Depends on abiotic conditions
• A change in the habitat conditions effects plants which effect animals
Aquatic Habitats
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Soil Habitats
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Edge Habitats
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