Limits on species distribution Flashcards

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Biotic limits:

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  • predation
  • parasitism
  • competition
  • mutualism/facilitation
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What is mutualism/facilitation?

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The presence of one species accidentally enabling others - ecosystem engineers
Both species benefit from each other

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Abiotic limits:

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  • climate
  • substrate
  • water chemistry
  • water depth
  • light intensity
  • turbidity
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