Question

Consider a situation where a wasp species feeds on the seeds of a particular tree Duringfeeding the wasp helpsthe tree by transferring pollen from tree to tree (pollination) The relationship between the fig tree and wasps descnbed best encompasses which of the two ecoloo;cal interactions shown below?

• A. Amensalism and predation
• B. Mutualism and predation
• C. Mutualism and commensalisms
• D. Mutualism and competition

Answer 1

The correct option is B Mutualism and predation

1. The wasp feeding on seed, which is a developed embryo, is an example of predation as the seed is completely consumed.

2. The second kind of interaction between the two organisms is mutualism, as wasp gets it's nutrition in form of seeds while the tree gets itself pollinated.

So, the correct oprion is 'Mutualism and predation'.