Question

Insect population grows very fast in Rainy season and they disappear in the summer season. Which kind of interaction is responsible for controlling their population size:-

• A. Interspecific predation
• B. Interspecific parasitism
• C. Interspecific competition
• D. Intra specific competition

Answer 1

The correct option is A Interspecific predation

The high temperature and humidity of the rainy season provide insects with an adequate environment for breeding. Hence, their numbers increase rapidly during this season. However, during summers, as the aestivation period ends, different species of insects come out and a decrease in the insect populations is observed. This decrease could be attributed to the increase in interspecific predation amongst the species.

So, the correct answer is 'Interspecific predation'.