biotope

A biotope is a specific area of the environment that has a unique set of physical conditions, such as soil, water, temperature, and light, which support a particular community of plants and animals. It is similar to a "natural neighborhood," providing the essential elements and habitat necessary for those organisms to survive and thrive. Biotopes can range from a pond or forest patch to a grassland or coral reef, each characterized by its distinct environmental features that influence the types of living things found there.