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Title: Commensalism Written by: savio on Sep 11, 2013 (https://biology-forums.com/gallery/47/46687_11_09_13_7_25_55.jpeg) (https://biology-forums.com/index.php?action=gallery;sa=view;id=13855) Sloths have a commensal relationship with several insects. Their thick fur readily traps bacteria and algae, which makes a good home for many beetles. The beetles are able to lay their eggs in a place that is rich in nutrients upon hatching, and the sloths don’t care either way. One sloth was reported to have over 900 beetles living in its fur! |