Evolutionary ecology

Evolutionary ecology studies how ecological processes and evolutionary principles shape the diversity and adaptation of organisms in their environments. It explores how factors like competition, predation, and resource availability drive natural selection and influence evolutionary trajectories. By examining how species interact with their surroundings over time, our research can unravel the evolutionary mechanisms behind traits, behaviours, and species distributions. This interdisciplinary field provides insights into biodiversity patterns, ecosystem functioning, and responses to environmental changes, informing conservation and management strategies.