Definition

Relating to or happening between different species.

Example

The interspecific competition between the two plant species affected their growth rates.

Conversation

Did you read that article about interspecific relationships in nature?

Yeah, it was fascinating! I didn't know how different species could work together.

Exactly! The examples of interspecific cooperation were really surprising.

I loved the part about how certain birds help clean the teeth of crocodiles.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Interspecific → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "specific" (from Latin "species", meaning kind or type). The word describes interactions or relationships that occur between different species.

Memory Tip

Think of interactions that happen 'between' ('inter-') different 'kinds' ('species') of organisms.

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