What does the conceptual framework of ecological niche imply about the universe within which we live?
Part I of II
“An organism’s niche is defined by the types of food it consumes, its predators, temperature, tolerances, etc.”
As we examine living organisms, it would appear that living organisms fill niches developed within the universe.
By studying the niche, we can begin to understand the organism.
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Most animals evolve in order to fit into an ecological niche located within the universe.
Humanity, on the other hand, seems to have used ecological niches to sustain itself while it evolved into what it is.
We did not evolve into a niche and then stagnate there.
We moved on with our development in order to continue to higher levels of development.
Each level brings us more knowledge about the universe.
Each level brings us a greater appreciation for the value of the individual.
Each level whets our appetite for the next level of development.
We are never satisfied with the level we have mastered.