Q. Consider the following statements regarding “ecological niche”:
1.It is the unique functional role or place of a species in an ecosystem.
2.A niche is unique for a species, which means no two species have exactly identical niches.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: A niche is the unique functional role or place of a species in an ecosystem.

  • It is a description of all the biological, physical and chemical factors that a species needs to survive, stay healthy and reproduce.
  • A niche is unique for a species, which means no two species have exactly identical niches.
  • Niche plays an important role in conservation of organisms.

Source: Shankar IAS

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