Symbiosis Symbiosis means a close relationship between two organisms of different species that benefits one or both of the organisms
Parasitism Parasitism is a symbiotic relationship in which one organism benefits and the other organism is harmed
Mutualism is a symbiotic relationship in which both organisms benefit
Commensalism Commensalism is a symbiotic relationship that benefits one organism and does not harm or help the other organism
Symbiosis parasitism mutualism commensalism Human - tapeworm Human – pet dog Tree - orchids Dog - tick Flower – bee Sea anemone – clownfish Human – head lice Honeyguide - badger Human - bacteria Tree - mistletoe Rhinoceros - oxpecker Whales - barnacles Plant – spider mite Corals - algae Shark - remora Plants - aphids Acacia - ants Herbivores - egrets