Question

What is the difference between a prey and a host in predation? A) A host is killed slowly by its predator while a prey is killed instantly. B) A host can run away from its predator while a prey cannot. C) A host provides energy to its predator while a prey does not. D) There is no difference between host and prey.

Answer 1

The correct answer is A) A host is killed slowly by its predator while a prey is killed instantly.

Prey-predator is a non-specific relationship between individuals of different populations. In this relationship prey is killed outright. Example, a tiger kills a deer. But in parasite-host relationship is specific. Example, mosquitoes feed on human blood. The parasitism differs from predation in that the host are seldom killed instantly but may live on for some times.