Review On your whiteboard: Redraw the diagram to show the potential effect on the realized niches of Species 1, 2, and 3 if a predator of Species 3 is introduced into the habitat.
What is Predation? The process by which a predator hunts, kills, and consumes prey Video Clip
Population Cycles Predation causes cycles in predatory and prey population sizes
What are some defenses prey organisms have evolved over time? Brainstorm! What are some defenses prey organisms have evolved over time? Work with your partner Write your ideas on the whiteboard
MIMICRY Mimicry is the case in which one species looks similar to another species. 1. Batesian mimicry in which one non-poisonous species mimics another poisonous species. 2. Mullerian mimicry occurs when two poisonous species evolve to look like each other.
MULLERIAN BATESIAN Viceroy Monarch
Camouflage Blend in to hide from predators….or to BE a predator!
What is Herbivory? An organism feeding on a plant
What are some defenses plants have evolved over time? Brainstorm! What are some defenses plants have evolved over time? Work with your partner Write your ideas on the whiteboard
Thorns, Spikes, or Hair
Chemicals Video Clip
summary SPECIES A SPECIES B Predation + - One benefits & other harmed Herbivory + - One benefits & other harmed