The following points highlight the four ways by which prey escapes from the predator. The ways are: 1. Confusion of the Predator 2. Physical Defence 3. Mobbing 4. Geometrical Effects. Way # 1. Confusion of the Predator: Prey escape predation by confusing the predator. For example, a covey (small flock of bird) of bobwhite suddenly emerging out of a roost [...]
In this article we will discuss about the meaning and nature of climax community. Meaning of Climax Community: Climax community is the stable end product of successional sequence or sere. It is a community that has reached a steady state of species composition, structure and energy flow, under a particular set of environmental conditions. Steady state indicates the dynamic nature [...]
In this article we will discuss about the meaning and classification of pollutants. Meaning of Pollutants: In general, any substance that causes pollution may be called a pollutant. It can be said that anything in its excess makes any part of the environment undesirable. "The Indian Environment (Protection) Act, 1986" has defined pollutant as any solid, liquid or gaseous substance [...]