Phenology
- Pronunciation
- /fee-NOL-oh-jee/
- Category
- Ecology
- Singular
- Phenology
- Plural
- Phenologies
Definition
The study of the timing of seasonal activities of animals and plants, especially in relation to weather and climate.
Etymology
From Greek 'phaino', meaning 'to show', 'appear', or 'come to light', and 'logos', meaning 'study'.
Example
The phenology of many butterfly species is closely tied to the emergence of their host plants.
Related Terms
- Seasonality
- Climate
- Development