Q. Niche overlap indicates :
A) active co-operation between two species
B) two different parasites on the same host
C) sharing of one or more resources between the two species
D) mutualism between two species
Explanation
[Solution from source] A niche overlap means two species use one or more of the same resources (food, space, etc.), which can lead to competition. Two parasites on the same host is just one possible case and is not what the term means. Answer (3).
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