What are individuals, populations, and communities?
Individuals are single organisms of a particular species. They are the basic unit of ecology and are capable of carrying out all the functions necessary for life.
Populations are groups of individuals of the same species that live in the same area and interact with each other. They are characterized by their size, density, and distribution.
Communities are groups of populations of different species that live in the same area and interact with each other. They are characterized by their diversity, structure, and function. Communities are often defined by the dominant species or the type of ecosystem they inhabit.