Match the type of species interaction with the correct description.
-the beak sizes of different finch species change in response to competition
A)herbivory
B)competitive exclusion
C)character displacement
D)interference competition
E)coevolution of predator and prey

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Character displacement occurs when similar species living in the same area evolve different physical or behavioral characteristics that reduce competition for resources. In this case, the different finch species evolved different beak sizes in response to competition for food, which is an example of character displacement.

Match the Type of Species Interaction with the Correct Description