Question

in a local field, rabbits are hunted by both red - tailed hawks and coyotes. which term describes the relationship b
○ competition
○ mutualism
○ parasitism
○ symbiosis

Explanation:

To determine the relationship between red - tailed hawks and coyotes, we analyze each term:

• Competition: Occurs when two or more organisms compete for the same resource (here, rabbits as a food source). Hawks and coyotes both hunt rabbits, so they compete for this resource.
• Mutualism: Is a relationship where both organisms benefit. Hawks and coyotes don't benefit each other in this context.
• Parasitism: Involves one organism (parasite) benefiting at the expense of another (host), which is not the case here.
• Symbiosis: Is a broad term for close interactions, but competition is a more specific type of interaction that fits here.

Answer:

A. competition