biotic factor

Definitions

Any living component of an ecosystem that affects or shapes the environment and the organisms within it.

A biological factor, such as a plant, animal, or microorganism, that influences the survival and reproduction of other organisms in a habitat.

Examples

A predator is a key biotic factor that influences the population size of its prey within an ecosystem.

The presence of dense vegetation acts as a biotic factor that provides essential shelter for various forest animals.

Synonyms

living component biological factor living element biotic component

Antonyms

abiotic factor non-living component physical factor inanimate element