Resource partitioning
- Pronunciation
- /rɪˈsɔːrs pɑːrˈtɪʃənɪŋ/
- Category
- Behavior
- Singular
- Resource partitioning
- Plural
- Resource partitioning
Definition
The division of resources by species to minimize competition and maximize resource use.
Etymology
From Latin 'pars', meaning 'part', and 'partitio', meaning 'to divide'.
Example
Resource partitioning is observed in many insect species, where different species of insects utilize different parts of a plant or prey item.
Related Terms
- Competition
- Niche
- Species coexistence