Los fundamentos de la ecología: habitat y nicho

The video explains the concept of habitats, which are the places where organisms live, like the burrows of prairie dogs or the ocean reefs for clownfish. It also introduces the idea of a niche, which is the role an organism plays in its ecosystem, such as bees pollinating flowers. The video highlights that while many organisms can share a habitat, each has a unique niche.

Where do prairie dogs typically live?

• In trees

• In burrows they dig

• In the ocean

• On mountain tops

What is the primary function of a habitat for an organism?

• To serve as a social gathering spot

• To offer food, space, and resources for survival

• To provide a place for organisms to hide

• To act as a barrier against predators

Which organism is known to live in cold sea waters in the northeastern United States?

• Prairie dogs

• Lobsters

• Clownfish

• Bees

Which of the following best describes a niche?

• The role and activities of an organism within an ecosystem

• The climate conditions of an organism's habitat

• The type of food an organism consumes

• The physical space an organism occupies

What activity is associated with bees in their niche?

• Hunting small insects

• Swimming in ponds

• Collecting nectar and pollinating flowers

• Building nests