Robert MacArthur

Robert MacArthur was a prominent ecologist known for his work on how species coexist and compete within ecosystems. He studied how animals and plants adapt their behaviors and traits to share resources like food and space efficiently, often focusing on the idea of niche differentiation. His research helped explain how diverse communities can thrive without one species outcompeting all others. MacArthur's contributions laid the groundwork for understanding ecological balances, making him a key figure in ecology and evolutionary biology.