The place where an organism lives is called its habitat. A habitat is the natural environment that provides all the necessary conditions for an organism to survive, including food, water, shelter, and space. It meets the environmental needs required for the organism's survival and reproduction
. Key points about habitat:
- It is the specific location or environment where an organism makes its home and carries out its life processes
- Habitats can be terrestrial (like forests, deserts, grasslands) or aquatic (such as oceans, rivers, ponds)
- A habitat includes both biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) factors that influence the organism's life, such as soil, moisture, temperature, and availability of food and shelter
- The habitat is species-specific and represents the physical place where an organism lives, distinct from broader terms like environment or ecosystem
In summary, the term habitat precisely defines the place where an organism lives and thrives.
