ecological niche
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The specific role an organism plays within its environment, including what it eats, where it lives, and how it interacts with other species.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Two species rarely occupy exactly the same _____ for long without one outcompeting the other."
Answer: ecological niche
In your own words, what does "ecological niche" mean?
The specific role an organism plays within its environment, including what it eats, where it lives, and how it interacts with other species.
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