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Question
Two bird species feed on small invertebrates lodged in bark crevices on the same tree but do not compete for the food resources because of different food preferences... Each of these bird species occupies: A. the same niche in a different habitat B. a different niche in the same habitat C. the same habitat in a different ecosystem
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Both birds live in the same location (same tree, same habitat). However, they have different food preferences, which means they have different functional roles. Therefore, they occupy different niches within the same habitat.
Hint
Same address, different jobs.