Match List-I with List-II.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below

A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II

The correct answer is Option (1) –A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II

A. Fig and wasp - III. Mutualism In this relationship, figs and wasps have a mutually beneficial interaction. Figs provide a habitat and nutrition for wasp larvae, and wasps pollinate the fig flowers.

B. Koel and crow - IV. Brood parasitism Koels are known to lay their eggs in the nests of crows. The crows unknowingly raise the koel chicks, which is an example of brood parasitism.

C. Balanus and Chthamalus - I. Competition Balanus and Chthamalus are both types of barnacles that compete for space and resources in the intertidal zone, which is an example of competition.

D. Egret and cattle - II. Commensalism In this relationship, egrets follow cattle to feed on insects that are stirred up as the cattle move through grass. The egret benefits from this without significantly affecting the cattle, which is an example of commensalism.