nisch
Nisch is a term used in ecology to describe the role and position a species has in its environment. It encompasses all the physical, chemical, and biological factors that a species needs to survive and reproduce. This includes its habitat, its food sources, its predators, and its interactions with other organisms. A species' niche is not just about where it lives, but also about what it does. For example, a niche might include how a bird builds its nest, what time of day it forages, and how it communicates with others of its kind.
There are two main concepts related to the nisch: the fundamental nisch and the realized nisch. The
Understanding the nisch of a species is crucial for comprehending ecosystem dynamics. It helps scientists predict