About the Author

Ebrima A. Saidy

Gambian

Ecology is the science that unravels the intricate web of life, exploring the relationships between organisms and their environment. It seeks to understand how living things, from the tiniest microbe to the vastest forests, coexist and interact with each other and with the non-living components of their surroundings.

At its heart, ecology is about balance and connection how the sun's energy fuels life, how nutrients cycle through ecosystems, and how every organism plays a role in maintaining the stability of the planet's biosphere. It is a study not just of survival but of coexistence, revealing the delicate interdependence that underpins life on Earth.

Through ecology, we gain insights into the functioning of ecosystems, the impacts of human activity, and the urgent need for conservation. It reminds us that our actions ripple through the natural world, highlighting our shared responsibility to protect and sustain the environment for future generations