Question

What is inquilinism as a type of commensalism?

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• The commensal attaches to the host for transport purposes

• The commensal uses the host's body or structure as a home

• The commensal extracts nutrients from the host's tissues

• The commensal modifies the surrounding environment for both species

Answer 1

Inquilinism is a type of commensalism where the commensal organism uses the host organism's body or structure as a dwelling place or shelter. Examples include clownfish living safely inside the stinging tentacles of sea anemones and birds nesting in tree hollows.