Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
breeding-habitat
noun
/ˈbriːdɪŋ ˈhæbɪtæt/
Definition
A specific environment where animals or plants reproduce and raise their young.
Examples
- The wetland serves as a critical breeding-habitat for various bird species.
- Conservation efforts aim to protect the breeding-habitats of endangered wildlife.
- Aquatic environments often present ideal breeding-habitats for fish.
Meaning
Breeding-habitat refers to the natural settings that provide the necessary conditions for species to mate, nest, and nurture their offspring.
Synonyms
- Reproductive environment
- Nesting site
- Spawning ground
