Question

these are three morphs of fish that live off the coast of hawaii. use the information in the graphics to answer the question. some of these species of fish will have to move or die because there is too much competition. these fish have some competition, but they feed in different parts of the ocean so they can coexist.

Explanation:

The second option is correct. In ecological systems, when species have some competition but utilize different ecological niches (like feeding in different parts of the ocean), they can coexist. This is in line with the principle of niche differentiation which reduces the intensity of competition. The first option assumes all competition leads to exclusion, but in reality, resource partitioning (as implied by feeding in different ocean parts) allows coexistence.

Answer:

These fish have some competition, but they feed in different parts of the ocean so they can coexist.