The following points highlight the top three models of energy flow in a community. The models are: 1. Single Channel Energy Flow Model 2. Y-Shaped/two Channel Energy Flow Model 3. Universal Model. Model # 1. Single Channel Energy Flow Model: The single or linear channel energy flow model is one of the first published models pioneered by H. T. Odum [...]
The following points highlight the five main types of mutualism. The types are: 1. Obligate Mutualism 2. Facultative Mutualism 3. Trophic Mutualism 4. Defensive Mutualism 5. Dispersive Mutualism. Type # 1. Obligate Mutualism: Obligate mutualism is the relationship between mutualists which has evolved to such a point that the two species are fully dependent on each other. Here, none of [...]
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 [...]