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Which scenario is the best example of competition between individuals of the same species?(1 point)
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Fish compete for shelter in a coral reef.
Fish compete for shelter in a coral reef.

Trees in a forest compete for sunlight.
Trees in a forest compete for sunlight.

Hermit crabs compete for shells to live in.
Hermit crabs compete for shells to live in.

Savannah predators compete to consume antelope.

Answer 1

The best example of competition between individuals of the same species is:

**Hermit crabs compete for shells to live in.**

This scenario specifically involves individuals of the same species vying for a limited resource (the shells).