What is a habitat in Class 6 Science?

A habitat is the natural place or environment where a living organism lives and gets the conditions needed for survival. It provides organisms with basic requirements such as food, water, air, shelter, and suitable surroundings.

Different plants and animals live in different habitats because their body features and survival methods are suited to specific environmental conditions. For example, a pond provides a habitat for fish and aquatic plants, while a forest provides a habitat for many trees, birds, and animals.

Habitats can be found on land, in water, and in many other environments. Each habitat includes living and non-living components that interact with each other.