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Edge habitat

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

The transitional zone between two different habitat types, characterized by unique environmental conditions that may benefit some generalist species but harm specialist species.

AP course connection

Topic 3.1: 3.1 Generalist and Specialist Species

Unit 3

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