Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Species evenness refers to the relative abundance of different species within a community. It measures how evenly individuals are distributed among the various species present.
Related terms
Species Richness: The total number of different species in a given area or community.