2.+Commensalism

Symbiosis

= Commensalism (+/0) = This type of symbiotic relationship involves one member benefiting from the relationship while the other is not affected either positively or negatively.

This is most commonly seen in species that are can't move as fast and are more susceptible to predation. These species find other species that offers them proper defense from the predator (Jungwi 1).


 * Barnacles on Turtles and Whales **


 * As whales travel long distances, barnacles are able to access nutrient rich water. The same goes for sea turtles. This is a commensalism relationship because the turtles and whales are neither benefitting or being harmed by the barnacles (Jungwi 2).
 * Sponges- "Marine Hotels"**
 * Sponges house a variety or organisms such as crustaceans and worms. These organisms do not affect the sponges. Depending on size these sponges can house up to hundreds of different species. The sponges provide a safe home filled with nurients (Jungwi 2).

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 * Crabs and Shrimp/ Anemone**
 * Crabs and shrimp benefit off of these anemones as a source of food and protection. Food is caught in anemones and the Anemone crab is able to eat (Jungwi 1).