Wildlife Management: Habitat Concepts

A set of flashcards focused on key vocabulary and concepts related to habitat and wildlife management as discussed in the lecture.

Habitat

The resources and conditions present in an area that support occupancy, survival, and reproduction of an organism.

Ecological Amplitude

The range of environmental conditions within which an organism can survive and thrive.

Niche

The unique role a species plays in an ecosystem, emphasizing its function within that environment.

Generalist

A species that can thrive in a wide variety of environmental conditions and has a varied diet.

Specialist

A species that has a narrow range of environmental conditions and a limited diet.

Cover

Specific types of vegetation or physical features that provide shelter and concealment for wildlife.

Territory

An area defended by an individual against others of the same species, ensuring access to resources.

Home Range

The area an animal travels during its activities over a specific time period.

Edge Effect

Changes in population or community structures that occur at the boundary of two or more habitats.

Habitat Fragmentation

The process of habitat loss due to division into smaller, isolated sections, often as a result of human activity.