Two species of birds actively fight over berries. Injuries have been observed, and the presence of one species limits the survival and reproduction of the other. What type of competition is this?

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Interference competition occurs when individuals of different species directly interact with each other, often aggressively, to limit access to resources, such as food or territory. In this case, the birds are actively fighting over berries, which is a direct interaction.

Two Species of Birds Actively Fight Over Berries