Food Availability (in the context of a density dependent factor)
Definition
The amount of food resources present in an ecosystem, which can influence population growth and size. When food availability is limited, it can lead to competition among individuals for resources.
Analogy
Imagine a pizza party where there are only a few slices left. As more people join the party, the available pizza becomes scarce, causing everyone to compete for those last few slices.
Related terms
Competition: The struggle between individuals or species for limited resources.
Carrying Capacity: The maximum number of individuals that an ecosystem can support based on available resources.
Resource Partitioning: When different species divide and share limited resources to reduce competition.
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