Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alter-the-habitat
verb phrase
/ˈɔːltər ðə ˈhæbɪtæt/
Definition
To change or modify the natural environment in which a species or community lives.
Examples
- The construction of the new highway will alter the habitat of several local animal species.
- Pollution in the river has altered the habitat for fish, leading to a decline in their numbers.
Meaning
This phrase often refers to the impact of human activities on ecosystems, such as urban development, deforestation, or pollution, which can lead to shifts in animal and plant populations.
Synonyms
- modify the environment
- change the ecosystem
- transform the habitat
