Question

Q. Which of the following describes the term ‘ecological niche’?

• A.
  A transition area between two biological communities
• B.
  Functional position or role of an organism in the environment.
• C.
  Position an organism occupies in a food web.
• D.
  An interaction between individuals of different species that results in positive effects on both.

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Functional position or role of an organism in the environment.

Explanation:

An ecological niche is the role and position a species takes up in its environment which includes its food and shelter needs, interaction with other species etc.