Ecology: Interspecific and Intraspecific Interactions

The video tutorial explains the concept of a community as a group of interacting species in a common location. It discusses ecological interactions, which can be positive, negative, or neutral, and are classified into intraspecific (within the same species) and interspecific (between different species) interactions. Examples of intraspecific interactions include competition among members of the same species, while interspecific interactions involve different species competing for resources. The video also provides a mnemonic to help remember the difference between interspecific and intraspecific interactions.

How do ecological interactions affect species within a community?

What are some possible outcomes of interspecific interactions?