E.W. Schmitt

E.W. Schmitt was an influential American biologist and ecologist known for developing the concept of ecological niches. His work explained how different species coexist by occupying specific roles or habitats within an ecosystem, minimizing competition. Schmitt's theories helped scientists understand biodiversity and the importance of each species' unique functions for ecosystem stability. His ideas are fundamental to ecology, highlighting how organisms adapt to their environments and interact with others to sustain healthy, diverse ecosystems.