Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hydrotaxis
Noun
/ˌhaɪ.drəˈtæks.ɪs/
Definition
Hydrotaxis refers to the movement of an organism toward or away from water in response to its presence or absence.
Examples
The hydrotaxis of certain bacteria allows them to locate moist environments.
Insects often exhibit hydrotaxis when searching for water sources.
Meaning
It is a behavioral response that helps organisms find suitable moisture levels for survival or reproduction.
Synonyms
Water movement
Moisture response
