Predation is when one organism kills and eats another. Predators can be active hunters, ambushers, or passive observers. Predators have specialized senses and physical adaptations for hunting
Habitat refers to resources and factors supporting species survival and reproduction. Physical factors include soil, moisture, temperature, and light intensity. Biotic factors encompass food availability and predator presence. Habitat can exist in any location or specific microhabitats
Africa's largest lake, covering 59,947 km² with maximum depth of 80-81 m. Divided between Tanzania (49%), Uganda (45%), and Kenya (6%). Named after Queen Victoria by John Hanning Speke in 1858
Savannas grow between 8° and 20° from Equator. Annual precipitation ranges from 80 to 150 cm. Dry season lasts 2 to 11 months, wet season 3-5 months. Mean monthly temperatures: 10-20°C in dry, 20-30°C in wet
Ecology studies relationships between organisms and their environment. Term "ecology" coined by Ernst Haeckel from Greek "oikos" meaning home. Environment includes both other organisms and physical surroundings
World's largest collection of active geysers and geothermal activity. Contains world's largest recognized caldera measuring 45 km by 75 km. Home to nearly 150 species of fossil plants, including Sequoia trees. Features Grand Canyon of Yellowstone River and numerous waterfalls