An
ecological niche refers to the role a plant or animal plays in its ecosystem. It encompasses the specific place it lives, the resources it needs, and how it interacts with other living beings. It is like a job or a specific position that an organism has within its environment.
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- This diversity of geographical characteristics coupled with variable climatic conditions creates an incredible number of ecological niches for flora and fauna to occupy. (arenalobservatorylodge.com)
- Birds have adapted to so many ecological niches in large part because of the variety of ways feathers lend them a competitive advantage. (sciencedaily.com)
- Although an evolutionary innovation can open up new ecological niches, traits which are essentially beneficial can put species at a disadvantage in the context of rapid environmental changes. (sciencedaily.com)
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