ENFA (Ecological Niche Factor Analysis)

Ecological Niche Factor Analysis (ENFA) is a method used to understand the preferred environmental conditions of a species. It compares the habitats where the species is found to the broader available environment, identifying factors like the range and variability of conditions the species needs. ENFA highlights the species' ecological requirements and how specialized or adaptable it is. This helps scientists predict where the species could potentially live, assess its habitat preferences, and inform conservation efforts by identifying suitable areas based on environmental features.