Physiological adaptations are internal, biochemical changes that help organisms survive. Developing enzymes to process a particular type of food is a physiological adaptation.
Reproductive strategies are key adaptations in organismal ecology. For example, organisms may produce more offspring in environments with high mortality rates to increase the chances of survival.
Organismal ecology focuses on how individual organisms adjust to environmental challenges through behaviors, physiological processes, and morphological traits.
Morphological adaptations involve physical changes to an organism’s structure. Storing water in thick, fleshy leaves is an example of such an adaptation to conserve water in dry environments.
Behavior is a critical aspect of organismal ecology because it helps organisms respond to environmental factors, such as seeking food, avoiding predators, or finding mates.
