Question

An overlap in the niches of two species will most frequently result in interspecific cooperation A a hybridization of species B a mutualistic symbiotic relationship C an increase in the biomass D interspecific competition

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is D. interspecific competition

Explanation:

Niche overlap occurs when two species share a same niche and use the same resource. So niche overlap most frequently leads to competition between these two species called interspecific competition.

So In interspecific competition, the individuals of two different species fight for the same resource present in their niche for their survival. For example, lions and leopard share the same niche because they prey on similar types of animals like deer, wild pigs, etc.

So here niche overlap lead to the competition between these two carnivores. In interspecific competition, one species is more successful than other.