Ch11 Flashcards
1
Q
Primates found in Africa and Asia typically experience ________ niche separation. NWM and lemurs typically undergo ________ niche separation.
A
vertical;dietary
2
Q
What is niche divergence?
A
The process whereby potentially competitive species change their ecology to reduce competition
3
Q
Define conspecific
A
Individuals of the same species
4
Q
Define biomass
A
Total weight of all members of group
5
Q
Define assemblage
A
Aggregation of different species
6
Q
Define polyspecific association
A
Association between 2 or more species that involve at least one species modifying behavior
