Autecology
- Pronunciation
- /aw-tee-ek-ol-oh-jee/
- Category
- Ecology
- Singular
- Autecology
- Plural
- Autecologies
Definition
The study of the relationship between an organism and its environment, focusing on the impact of environmental factors on the survival, growth, and reproduction of that organism.
Etymology
From Greek 'autos,' meaning 'self', and 'oikos,' meaning 'house' or 'dwelling'.
Example
Autecological studies are essential for understanding how a particular species adapts to its specific habitat.