Ecological niche is

Options

A. the surface area of the ocean
B. an ecologically adapted zone
C. the physical position and functional role of a species within the community
D. formed of all plants and animals living at the botton of a lake.

Answer

C

Explanation

Niche' literally means specific place. However, in ecology, it is generally used for the habitat as well as role of a species or population in a community. To understand niche, consider an example of rabbit.

Every interaction of rabbit with its environment is a part of its niche.