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Eggs of organisms displaying this behavior are accepted due to fear of retaliation in Amotz Zahavi’s “mafia hypothesis.” (15[1])Emery’s Rule states that the “klepto” form of this behavior occurs between closely related species. Cuckoos engage in the (*) “brood” type of this behavior (10[1])since (10[1])they rely on other birds to care for their young. Plasmodium exhibits the “endo” type of this behavior, while its “ecto” type is exemplified by the interaction of fleas on dogs. For 10 points, name this type of ecological relationship in which one organism benefits at the expense of the other. ■END■

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