A species can participate in several symbiotic relationships simultaneously; for example, the invasive fire tree competes with native vegetation for soil nutrients and maintains a mutualistic relationship with root bacteria.

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It is possible for a species to participate in multiple symbiotic relationships at once. The example given, of the invasive fire tree, shows how a species can compete with some organisms while also benefiting from a mutualistic relationship with others.

A Species Can Participate in Several Symbiotic Relationships Simultaneously; for Example