* What it eats: This includes the types of food it consumes and how it obtains that food.
* Where it lives: This refers to the habitat the animal occupies, including its preferred location within the habitat.
* How it interacts with other species: This involves its relationships with predators, prey, competitors, and symbionts.
* Its impact on the environment: This considers how the animal influences the physical and chemical characteristics of its surroundings.
In short, an animal's niche is its unique contribution to the ecosystem's balance and functioning.
