"Humicolous"
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"Humicolous"
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Definition: "Humicolous" refers to organisms or species that thrive in or are specifically adapted to living in soil or humus-rich environments.
Examples:
Earthworms: These humicolous organisms play a vital role in soil ecosystems by burrowing through the soil and enriching it with their castings, which improve soil fertility.
Fungi: Many fungi, such as mycorrhizal fungi, are humicolous and form symbiotic associations with plant roots. They help in nutrient absorption and enhance the plant's ability to access water and minerals from the soil.
Bacteria: Certain bacteria, like those belonging to the genus Azotobacter, are humicolous and aid in nitrogen fixation. They convert atmospheric nitrogen into a usable form for plants, thereby enriching the soil with essential nutrients.
Springtails: These small arthropods are humicolous and are commonly found in soil and leaf litter. They play a crucial role in decomposition by feeding on decaying organic matter.
These examples illustrate how humicolous organisms are specially adapted to and dependent on soil or humus-rich environments for their survival, contributing to the overall health and functioning of ecosystems.
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