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Microhabitats

Microhabitats are very small, isolated habitats. Examples of microhabitats are a small part of our intestine, a single plant or a puddle. For us, these areas are very small, but for microorganisms they form a huge habitat.

 

Explanation for children:

Microhabitats are very small, isolated habitats. Examples of microhabitats are a small part of our intestine, a single plant or a puddle. For us, these areas are very small, but for microorganisms they form a huge habitat, a whole world.