key term - Endemic Species

Definition

Endemic species are those that are found exclusively in a specific geographic region and nowhere else on Earth. They have evolved unique adaptations to their local environment over time.

Related terms

Native Species: Native species refer to organisms that naturally occur and have evolved within a particular habitat or region.

Invasive Species:

Invasive species are non-native organisms that enter new ecosystems and cause harm to native plants, animals, or habitats.

Extinction:

Extinction occurs when all members of a particular group or population die out completely, resulting in its disappearance from Earth forever.