Question

Describe co-evolution with the help of this example.

Hint:

Key concepts: - Ophrys: Mimics female bee to ensure pollination. - Co-evolution = Mutual influence in evolution (e.g., plant-pollinator relationships).

Answer 1

- Co-evolution is the process where two or more species influence each other’s evolution. In the case of \(\textit{Ophrys}\) and its specific bee species, the orchid evolved to mimic the female bee, while the bee adapted to the orchid's mimicry.