Tag: Ecological Succession
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Character Displacement
In the realm of evolution, character displacement describes how closely related species differentiate to reduce competition within shared environments. This phenomenon, seen in diverse species like Galápagos finches, emerges chiefly from the challenges of resource competition and niche definition.
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Interference Competition
Interference competition is a direct struggle between individuals or species for limited resources, often resulting in aggressive behavior or dominance hierarchies. It influences survival, reproductive success, species communities, and can drive evolutionary changes.