👉 Habitats, in the context of ecology and natural geography, refers to specific areas where living organisms occur. These habitats are typically defined by their physical features, such as soil type, climate, or water quality, that facilitate the survival and reproduction of species. They can be large or small, including forests, grasslands, oceans, deserts, wetlands, lakes, rivers, mountains, and even caves. Habitats provide a range of ecological services to their inhabitants. For example,
