Species vs. The World

In chapter 10 Dawkins talks about the interaction between animals of different species. He does so by explaining that there relationship is extremely professional. In other words, they do this because it benefits them. This is called symbiosis. In the book the example of symbiosis given to explain the readers its function is seen through the relationship between the ants and the aphids. However, I find the relationship between the baboons and impalas to be a much clear one.

As you well know and are able to see form the picture at the right the Baboons are tree climbers, and extremely agile creature. On the other hand the Impalas are land walkers and are able to run at a fast speed when found in danger. These two creatures create a symbiosis. In times of winter when there is no food to be found on land Baboons climb the trees and through food down to the Impalas, they will also warn them when they see a predator near them. Mean while Impalas let the Baboons eat their newborn babies when food is not found and they as while warn them when they sense danger. These two animals help each other survive even though they are not from their same species. This is another great example of symbiosis.