Competition among species may lead to resource partitioning in an ecosystem.

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When species compete for the same resources in an ecosystem, they may undergo resource partitioning, where each species occupies a unique niche within the ecosystem by consuming slightly different resources or using them at different times or in different ways. This reduces competition and increases the chances of each species coexisting within the ecosystem.

Competition Among Species May Lead to Resource Partitioning in an Ecosystem