TOEFL TPO 38 Speaking Task 3 Sample: Explain how the example of the mite and the hummingbird in the lecture illustrates the concept of phoresy.
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Phoresy Animals often have to move from place to place to obtain resources. Most animals do so using their own physical effort, but animals of certain species may not be able to transport themselves efficiently in order to access the resources they need. These animals may make use of another animal species to transport them, without causing any injury to the other species. This relationship is known as phoresy. Phoresy, which is a temporary relationship, benefits the passenger species and causes little or no harm to the species doing the transporting.
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Explain how the example of the mite and the hummingbird in the lecture illustrates the concept of phoresy.
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1.子项得分 Delivery: 3 Language Use: 3 Topic Development: 3
2.预估分数
23. 3.表达
从表达方面来看,发言者的语言流利度和语速基本一致,偶尔有停顿。但在某些地方,标点符号的使用不当导致了不恰当的停顿。此外,拼写错误可能是发音不准确的结果。建议发言者练习更清晰、准确的发音,并注意在适当的地方停顿。
4.话题发展 从话题发展方面来看,发言者提供了一个连贯且组织良好的回答,观点之间关系明确,举例也足够支持观点。但是,有一处错误需要纠正:将"phoresy"误写为"falsory"。建议发言者在准备答案时注意检查单词拼写,并确保正确理解和使用相关术语。
5.语言使用Original: Well, falsory phoresy (将"falsory"改为"phoresy") means that when a species is hard to get access to resources, they might get help from other species and that is that there isn't any harm to the other species. For example, the mites. Mites are very small and they can't fly to flowers, so they might climb on hummingbirds. They are tiny enough that the hummingbirds don't get tired. When they come to the other flowers, they climb off the hummingbirds and get the resources they want.
Revised (140 words): Phoresy refers to a temporary relationship where one species relies on another for transportation without causing harm. A prime example of this is the relationship between mites and hummingbirds. Mites are tiny creatures that feed on nectar and pollen from tropical flowers. However, they cannot fly and moving between flowers would be time-consuming and energy-intensive for them. To overcome this challenge, mites hitch a ride on hummingbirds, which also feed on nectar from the same flowers. The mites are so small that their presence does not burden or harm the hummingbirds in any way. As the hummingbird moves from one flower to another, the mites can easily access new sources of food without expending much effort. This symbiotic relationship demonstrates how phoresy benefits both species involved while causing no harm to either party.
6.思维导图
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Phoresy
- Temporary relationship
- Transportation without harm
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Mites and Hummingbirds
- Mites
- Tiny creatures
- Feed on nectar and pollen
- Hummingbirds
- Feed on nectar from flowers
- Transport mites between flowers
- Mites
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Benefits
- Mites
- Access to food resources
- Energy conservation
- Hummingbirds
- Unaffected by mites' presence
- Mites
7.关键词
| Word | Phonetic Symbols | Parts of Speech | English definitions | Simplified Chinese translations | Sample sentences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoresy | /fɔːrɪsi/ | Noun | A temporary relationship where one species transports another without causing harm. | 寄生现象 | Phoresy is an interesting biological phenomenon that allows species to help each other without harm. |
| Symbiotic | /ˌsɪmbaɪˈɒtɪk/ | Adjective | Involving interaction between two different organisms living in close physical association. | 共生的 | The symbiotic relationship between mites and hummingbirds is an example of phoresy in nature. |
| Hitch a ride | /hɪʧ ə raɪd/ | Phrase | To get a free ride in someone else's vehicle or on someone else's mode of transportation. | 搭便车 | Mites hitch a ride on hummingbirds to access new sources of food without expending much effort. |
| Burden | /ˈbɜːrdn/ | Noun | A heavy load that is difficult to carry or deal with. | 负担 | The mites are so small that their presence does not create a burden for the hummingbirds. |
| Conservation | /ˌkɒnsərˈveɪʃn/ | Noun | The act of preserving, guarding, or protecting something. | 保护,保存 | By hitching a ride on hummingbirds, mites can conserve energy and access food resources more efficiently. |
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23. 3.表达
从表达方面来看,这位考生的回答相对清晰,但在某些地方可能需要稍作改进。例如,考生在描述时使用了“forestry”一词,而正确的词应该是“phoresy”。此外,考生在描述过程中出现了一些不必要的停顿,可以尝试通过练习提高语言流利度。建议多加练习,提高发音准确性和语言连贯性。
4.话题发展 从话题发展方面来看,考生成功地结合了阅读材料和听力材料中的信息,并用一个具体的例子(螨虫和蜂鸟)来说明phoresy这一概念。然而,在回答中有些部分表述不够准确,如将“harmful birds”误用为“无害的鸟类”。建议在组织回答时更加注意细节,并确保在解释概念时使用准确的词汇。
5.语言使用原文:forestry phoresy(正确词汇是phoresy,而不是forestry). It is a phenomenon that when animals travel long distances to find the food available, while some animals don't have the ability to move efficiently, they take advantage of other animals to give them more transportation and don't hurt. This is a temporary relationship that benefits both species involved.(这句话更自然地描述了phoresy的定义) In the listening, the professor gave an example of an animal which is a little animal living in the tropical. Because the flower in the tropical can't last long and the animal can't fly, they don't have the ability to get to the next flower. They rely on some harmful birds harmless birds(应该是无害的鸟类,而不是有害的鸟类). When the birds are coming around, they climb on it quickly. Because it's tiny, they don't cause any damage to the birds and stick to it. After a long trip, they will climb off on the new flower and without hurt. That's all.
Revised Answer (140 words):
Phoresy is a phenomenon where certain animals, unable to move efficiently over long distances, take advantage of other species for transportation without causing harm. This temporary relationship benefits both species involved. In the listening passage, the professor provided an example of mites, small creatures living in tropical regions. Due to their inability to fly and short-lived tropical flowers, mites rely on harmless birds like hummingbirds for transportation. When a hummingbird approaches a flower, the mites quickly climb onto it. As mites are tiny, they do not cause any damage to the bird while hitching a ride. Once the hummingbird reaches a new flower, the mites climb off and feed on the nectar and pollen without causing harm. This example effectively illustrates the concept of phoresy, where both species benefit from their temporary interaction.
6.思维导图
- Phoresy
- Temporary relationship
- Benefits both species
- Example: Mites and Hummingbirds
- Mites: small, tropical, feed on nectar and pollen
- Hummingbirds: harmless, transport mites between flowers
- Mutual benefits: mites get food, hummingbirds unharmed
7.关键词
| Word | Phonetic Symbols | Parts of Speech | English definitions | Simplified Chinese translations | Sample sentences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoresy | /fɔːrɪsi/ | Noun | A temporary relationship between two species | 寄生现象 | Phoresy is a fascinating example of mutualism in nature, where both species benefit from the interaction. |
| Mutualism | /ˈmjuːtʃuəˌlɪzəm/ | Noun | A relationship between two species that benefits both | 互利共生 | The relationship between bees and flowers is a classic example of mutualism in the natural world. |
| Hitchhike | /ˈhɪtʃhaɪk/ | Verb | To travel by getting free rides from passing vehicles | 搭便车 | The mites hitchhike on hummingbirds to reach new flowers for feeding. |
| Symbiosis | /ˌsɪmbiˈoʊsɪs/ | Noun | A close and long-term interaction between two different species | 共生关系 | Coral reefs are a prime example of symbiosis, where various marine organisms coexist and support each other. |
| Interaction | /ˌɪntərˈækʃən/ | Noun | A process by which two or more things affect each other | 相互作用 | The interaction between the mite and the hummingbird demonstrates the concept of phoresy. |
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1.Sub Scores
Delivery: 3 Language Use: 3 Topic Development: 3
2.Estimated Scores
23. 3.Delivery
The speaker's delivery is generally clear and fluid, with a consistent pace and only occasional pauses. However, there are some minor issues with pronunciation, such as "pharisee" instead of "phoresy." To improve, the speaker should practice pronunciation and work on refining their speech to eliminate any inaccuracies.
4.Topic Development
The response is coherent and well-organized, with clear connections between ideas and sufficient support or examples. The speaker effectively explains the concept of phoresy using the example of mites and hummingbirds. However, the response could be improved by providing more specific details from the listening passage, such as how the mites quickly climb onto the hummingbird when it sticks its beak into the flowers. Additionally, the speaker should work on using more varied vocabulary and sentence structures to enhance their response.
5.Language UseOriginal: The term phariseephoresy means a tendencytemporary relationship that benefits the passenger species and causes little or no harm to the species during the transport. The professor takes mite and hummingbird for example. As a start, he said, mite feeds on tropical flowers and it is very hard to find a new one because it can't fly and it is very small. However, the hummingbird eats the same flowers too. So the mite can come onto the hummingbird and it causes no harm to them because the mite is very small. So the mite stick onto the hummingbird and hummingbird will carry the mite from one flower to another flower. So the mite can easily find the flowers.
(Pharisee was corrected to phoresy because it is the correct term for this concept. Tendency was corrected to temporary because phoresy refers to a temporary relationship between species.)
Revised (140 words):
The term phoresy refers to a temporary relationship that benefits the passenger species while causing little or no harm to the transporting species. The professor uses the example of mites and hummingbirds to illustrate this concept. He explains that mites feed on tropical flowers, but due to their inability to fly and small size, they struggle to find new flowers. However, hummingbirds also feed on these flowers, providing an opportunity for mites to hitch a ride without causing harm due to their minuscule size. By clinging onto hummingbirds, mites are effortlessly transported from one flower to another, allowing them easy access to their food source. This example effectively demonstrates phoresy, showcasing a mutually beneficial relationship between the mites and hummingbirds, where the mites can find food more easily and the hummingbirds remain unharmed.
6.Mind Map
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Phoresy
- Temporary relationship
- Benefits passenger species
- Little or no harm to transporting species
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Mites and Hummingbirds
- Mites feed on tropical flowers
- Struggle to find new flowers
- Hummingbirds also feed on flowers
- Mites hitch a ride without causing harm
- Mutual benefits
7.Key Words
| Word | Phonetic Symbols | Parts of Speech | English Definition | Sample Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoresy | /ˈfɔːrəsi/ | Noun | A temporary relationship between two species where one species transports another without causing harm. | Phoresy is an interesting example of how different species can interact in mutually beneficial ways. |
| Minuscule | /ˈmɪnəˌskjuːl/ | Adjective | Extremely small; tiny. | The minuscule size of the mites allows them to hitch a ride on hummingbirds without causing any harm. |
| Hitch | /hɪtʃ/ | Verb | To attach oneself to something, usually for a ride or support. | The mites hitch onto the hummingbirds, enabling them to travel from one flower to another with ease. |
| Effortlessly | /ˈɛfərtlɪsli/ | Adverb | Without difficulty or struggle; easily. | The hummingbird effortlessly transports the mites, allowing them to access their food source more efficiently. |
| Mutual | /ˈmjuːtʃuəl/ | Adjective | Shared, felt, or shown equally by two or more parties. | The relationship between mites and hummingbirds is mutual, as the mites find food easily and the birds are unharmed. |
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1.子项得分 Delivery: 3 Language Use: 3 Topic Development: 3
2.预估分数 Estimated Score: 23
3.表达 从发音和语速的角度来看,这个回答基本上是清晰的,但有些地方需要改进。例如,将“mice”改为“mites”,以及在适当的地方稍微停顿一下。此外,注意正 确发音单词,例如“flour”应该是“flower”。建议多加练习,提高发音准确性和语言流利度。
4.话题发展 The response does a decent job of explaining the concept of phoresy using the example of mites and hummingbirds. However, there is room for improvement in terms of organization and clarity. The response could be more concise and focused on the main points from the reading and listening passages. For example, it would be helpful to mention that phoresy is a temporary relationship that benefits the passenger species without causing harm to the transporting species. Additionally, try to avoid repeating words or phrases, such as "eat flour" or "climb over the flour," which can make the response sound repetitive and less coherent. Instead, use synonyms or rephrase your sentences to maintain variety and coherence in your response.
5.语言使用Original Answer: Well, the reading passage talks about the phoresis, and it means that animals may make use of another animal species to transport them without causing any injury to the other species. For example, mice is very small and need to find new flour to eat pollen. Another animal is birds that eat flour as same as the mice eat. When the birds come around, the mice can climb up the birds and are taken along. When the birds climb over the flour, the mice can eat pollen in flour. Since the mice is very tiny, they isn't harmful to birds anyway.
Corrected Answer: Well, the reading passage discusses phoresy, which means that animals may utilize another animal species for transportation without causing any harm to the other species. For instance, mites are very small and need to find new flowers to consume pollen. Another animal involved in this relationship is hummingbirds, which feed on nectar from the same flowers as mites. When hummingbirds approach a flower, mites can climb onto them and be carried along. As hummingbirds move from one flower to another, mites can feed on pollen at each new location. Since mites are extremely tiny, they do not cause any harm to hummingbirds. (将“phoresis”改为“phoresy”,将“mice”改为“mites”,将“flour”改为“flower”,将“birds”改为“hummingbirds”,使用更高级的词汇,如“utilize”和“consume”,以及修正语法错误,如使用正确的动词形式和代词。)
Revised Answer (140 words):
The reading passage introduces the concept of phoresy, a temporary relationship in which one animal species benefits from being transported by another without causing harm. The lecture provides an example of this relationship between mites and hummingbirds. Mites are tiny creatures that feed on pollen from tropical flowers, which have a short lifespan. Since mites cannot fly, they rely on hummingbirds for transportation. Hummingbirds also feed on nectar from the same flowers as mites. When a hummingbird approaches a flower, mites quickly climb onto it and hitch a ride to the next flower. As the hummingbird moves from flower to flower, mites can feed on pollen at each new location. This phoretic relationship benefits the mites by providing them with easier access to food sources, while causing no harm to the hummingbirds due to their minuscule size.
6.思维导图
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Phoresy
- Temporary relationship
- Transportation without harm
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Mites
- Tiny creatures
- Feed on pollen
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Hummingbirds
- Feed on nectar
- Transport mites
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Example
- Mites climb onto hummingbirds
- Move from flower to flower
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Benefits and harm
- Mites access food sources easily
- No harm to hummingbirds
7.关键词
| Word | Phonetic Symbols | Parts of Speech | English Definition | Simplified Chinese Translation | Sample Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoresy | /ˈfɔːrəsi/ | Noun | A temporary relationship in which one organism is transported by another without causing harm | 寄生现象 | Phoresy is an interesting example of how different species can interact in a mutually beneficial way, such as mites being transported by hummingbirds. |
| Utilize | /ˈjuːtɪlaɪz/ | Verb | To make practical and effective use of something | 利用 | Mites utilize hummingbirds for transportation, allowing them to access new food sources more efficiently. |
| Minuscule | /ˈmɪnəskjuːl/ | Adjective | Extremely small; tiny | 极小的 | Due to their minuscule size, mites do not cause any harm to the hummingbirds that transport them. |
| Hitch a ride | /hɪʧ ə raɪd/ | Verb (idiomatic) | To get a free ride in someone else's vehicle as a passenger, or to join someone who is going somewhere | 搭便车 | Mites hitch a ride on hummingbirds, moving from one flower to another without expending their own energy. |
| Access | /ˈækses/ | Verb | To approach or enter (a place) | 接近,进入 | Through phoresy, mites can easily access new flowers, ensuring a continuous supply of pollen for them to feed on. |
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1.Sub Scores Delivery: 3 Language Use: 3 Topic Development: 3
2.Estimated Scores
23. 3.Delivery
The speaker's delivery is generally clear and fluid, with a consistent pace and only occasional pauses. However, there are some minor issues with word choice, such as using "mice" instead of "mites." To improve, the speaker should focus on using the correct terminology and work on pronunciation to avoid any confusion.
4.Topic Development The response provides a coherent and well-organized explanation of the concept of phoresy using the example of mites and hummingbirds. The speaker successfully connects the ideas and provides sufficient support for their points. To further improve topic development, the speaker could elaborate on the benefits for both species involved in this relationship and emphasize how this example illustrates the temporary nature of phoresy.
5.Language UseOriginal: Animals would like to use another animal species to transport them without causing any injury. Mice leave some tropical flowers which doesn't last for long. However, mice cannot fly as they have to move from one flower to another flower if the flower dies. Mice have a temporary relationship with birds. Since mice is tiny and does no harm, sticking to the birds enables them to go from one flower to another flower. Once they reach the destination, they just climb off the flower and feed on the flower. And also, the birds can find...
Corrected: Animals often utilize other animal species for transportation without causing any injury. Mice Mites inhabit some tropical flowers that don't last long. However, mice mites cannot fly, so they must move from one flower to another when a flower dies. Mites have a temporary relationship with birds hummingbirds. Since mites are tiny and cause no harm, attaching themselves to hummingbirds enables them to travel between flowers. Once they reach their destination, they simply climb off and feed on the new flower. Additionally, the hummingbirds can find... (The corrected word "mites" replaces "mice" because mites are the correct species discussed in the passage and lecture. The corrected word "hummingbirds" replaces "birds" because it is more specific and accurate.)
Revised Answer (140 words):
Animals often utilize other animal species for transportation without causing any injury. Mites inhabit some tropical flowers that don't last long. However, mites cannot fly, so they must move from one flower to another when a flower dies. Mites have a temporary relationship with hummingbirds, which illustrates the concept of phoresy. Since mites are tiny and cause no harm, attaching themselves to hummingbirds enables them to travel between flowers efficiently. Once they reach their destination, they simply climb off and feed on the new flower. Additionally, the hummingbirds benefit from this relationship as they can continue feeding on nectar without being harmed by the mites. This example demonstrates how phoresy is a mutually beneficial and temporary relationship between two animal species, allowing them to access resources more effectively.
6.Mind Map
Phoresy
├─ Concept
│ └─ Temporary relationship for transportation
├─ Example
│ ├─ Mites and Hummingbirds
│ │ ├─ Mites
│ │ │ └─ Inhabit tropical flowers, can't fly
│ │ └─ Hummingbirds
│ │ └─ Feed on nectar, transport mites
│ └─ Benefits
│ ├─ Mites: Efficient travel between flowers
│ └─ Hummingbirds: Unharmed by mites
└─ Conclusion
└─ Phoresy as a mutually beneficial relationship
7.Key Words
| Word | Phonetic Symbols | Parts of Speech | English Definition | Sample Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoresy | /fəˈrɛsi/ | Noun | A temporary relationship between two animal species where one transports the other without harm. | Phoresy is an interesting example of how different species can cooperate for mutual benefit. |
| Inhabit | /ɪnˈhæbɪt/ | Verb | To live or dwell in a particular place or environment. | Tropical mites inhabit flowers that have a short lifespan, requiring them to move frequently. |
| Efficient | /ɪˈfɪʃənt/ | Adjective | Performing or functioning in the best possible manner with the least waste of time and effort. | The phoretic relationship between mites and hummingbirds allows for efficient transportation between flowers. |
| Mutual | /ˈmjuːtʃuəl/ | Adjective | Shared, felt, or shown equally by two or more parties. | The relationship between mites and hummingbirds is an example of mutual benefit in nature. |
| Unharmed | /ʌnˈhɑrmd/ | Adjective | Not injured or harmed; remaining in a safe and sound condition. | The hummingbirds remain unharmed while transporting mites, demonstrating the non-harmful aspect of phoresy. |
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1.子项得分
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交付 (Delivery): 3
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语言使用 (Language Use): 3
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主题发展 (Topic Development): 3
2.预估分数
- 总分: 23
3.表达 回答中的发音和语速基本上是清晰和流畅的,但有时会出现不必要的停顿。建议练习更自然地连接句子,以减少停顿。同时,请注意正确发音单词,以避免拼写错误。
4.话题发展 回答内容基本上是连贯和组织良好的,但可以在解释概念时提供更多详细信息。例如,在描述寄生现象时,可以更详细地解释它如何使两个物种之间形成一种互惠关系。此外,可以通过提供更多关于概念的背景信息来增强回答的完整性。总之,为了提高话题发展,请尝试在回答中提供更多详细信息和例子。
5.语言使用原文:It indicates the relationship that benefits the passenger species and cause little harm to the other species. The example illustrates a relationship that benefits the passenger species while causing minimal harm to the other species. (修改了句子结构,使其更自然流畅)
The professor in the lecture take mite and hummingbird as an example. In the lecture, the professor uses mites and hummingbirds as an example. (修正了时态和语法错误)
In order to get enough nectar and pollen of flower, mite need to travel from one flower to another flower. To obtain sufficient nectar and pollen from flowers, mites need to move between different flowers. (改进了句子结构和词汇选择)
However, since they are too small, they have trouble to travel far away. However, due to their small size, they face difficulties in traveling long distances. (改进了句子结构和词汇选择)
To solve this problem, they would stick to the hummingbird who also take nectar as food. To overcome this issue, they attach themselves to hummingbirds, which also feed on nectar. (改进了句子结构和词汇选择)
Since they are so tiny, they would not cause any harm to the hummingbird. As they are extremely small, they do not cause any harm to the hummingbirds. (使用了更高级的词汇)
Without the hummingbird's help, the mite would have difficulties in getting food. Without the assistance of hummingbirds, mites would struggle to obtain food. (改进了句子结构和词汇选择)
Overall, the example of mite and hummingbird demonstrates the relationship of 4C. In conclusion, the example of mites and hummingbirds effectively illustrates the concept of phoresy. (提供了一个更强烈的结论,修正了错误的术语)
修订版(140字):
The example illustrates a relationship that benefits the passenger species while causing minimal harm to the other species. In the lecture, the professor uses mites and hummingbirds as an example. To obtain sufficient nectar and pollen from flowers, mites need to move between different flowers. However, due to their small size, they face difficulties in traveling long distances. To overcome this issue, they attach themselves to hummingbirds, which also feed on nectar. As they are extremely small, they do not cause any harm to the hummingbirds. Without the assistance of hummingbirds, mites would struggle to obtain food. In conclusion, the example of mites and hummingbirds effectively illustrates the concept of phoresy.
6.思维导图
- Phoresy
- Relationship
- Benefits passenger species
- Minimal harm to other species
- Example
- Mites and hummingbirds
- Obtain nectar and pollen
- Small size, difficulties in traveling
- Attach to hummingbirds
- No harm caused
- Assistance in obtaining food
- Mites and hummingbirds
- Relationship
7.关键词
| Word | Phonetic Symbols | Parts of Speech | English definitions | Simplified Chinese translations | Sample sentences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoresy | /fəˈrɛsi/ | Noun | A relationship where one organism transports another | 寄生现象 | Phoresy is a fascinating example of how different species can interact to benefit each other. |
| Symbiosis | /ˌsɪmbiˈoʊsɪs/ | Noun | A close, long-term interaction between two species |