kommensaalid
Kommensaalid are organisms that live in close association with another organism, known as the host. This relationship is characterized by one organism benefiting from the association while the other is neither harmed nor benefited. The term "commensalism" comes from the Latin words "com" meaning "together" and "mensa" meaning "table," suggesting the idea of sharing food or living at the same "table."
There are several types of commensalism. One common form is inquilinism, where one organism lives inside another
Examples of commensalism are found across various ecosystems. Remoras, with their specialized dorsal fins, attach to
Understanding commensalism is important in ecological studies as it reveals the intricate web of interactions that