Question

which term best describes the interaction between red - cockaded woodpeckers and southern flying squirrels described in the passage? choose 1 answer: a predation b mutualism c competition d commensalism

Explanation:

Predation is one - organism eating another. Mutualism is a mutually beneficial relationship. Commensalism is one organism benefiting without affecting the other. Competition is organisms vying for the same resources. Red - cockaded woodpeckers and southern flying squirrels likely compete for resources like nesting sites.

Answer:

C. competition