Question

Some birds are known as honey guides because they may be followed by humans to wild beehives. when the humans take honey from the hives, the birds are able to feast on the honey and bees, too. this type of relationship can best be described as _____.

Answer 1

Answer: Mutualism

Explanation: one type of these relationships where both species involved benefit to some extent with neither species being harmed. There are several different examples of mutualistic relationships, including flowers and insects for pollination, as well as ants and aphids or Acacia for protection and food.

Answer 2

Answer: mutualism

Explanation: Mutualism is a form of symbiosis in which both parties benefit. The humans benefit by being led to the honey and the honey guide bird benefits by gaining access to the honey and bee larvae.