Hygrotaxis

Pronunciation
/HIH-groh-TAK-sis/
Category
Behavior
Singular
Hygrotaxis
Plural
Hygrotaxes

Definition

The movement or orientation of an organism in response to humidity gradients.

Etymology

From Greek 'hygros', meaning 'moisture', and 'taxis', meaning 'arrangement'.

Example

Many insects exhibit hygrotaxis, seeking out areas of higher humidity for survival.

Related Terms

  • Humidity
  • Moisture
  • Orientation