Describes the total range of environmental conditions that are suitable for a species existence without the effects of interspecific competition and predation from other species.

for a given species, the ideal range of suitable conditions without competition or predators. See Realized Niche. Fungi (Mycota): saprophytic (decay-fed), spore-making plants without chlorophyll: rusts, molds, smuts, mildews, mushrooms, and yeasts. Their long hyphae filaments aerate and bind soils, aid water transport, cycle nutrients, decompose or [..]