Comparison between Community and Ecosystem

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: February 3, 2024

Let me share with you a comparison between Community and Ecosystem.

Aspect       Community         Ecosystem
DefinitionAn assembly of different populations of organisms living in the same geographical area and interacting with each other.A broader concept encompassing both the living (biotic) and non-living (abiotic) components of a particular area.
ComponentsConsists of the different species of organisms that coexist in a specific habitat.Includes the community of organisms and the physical environment, such as soil, water, air, temperature and nutrients.
FocusEmphasizes the interactions and relationships among different species.Extends beyond species interactions to encompass interactions between organisms and their physical environment.
InteractionsIncludes predation, competition, mutualism, parasitism, and other ecological relationships among species.Encompasses species interactions as well as nutrient cycling, energy flows, and physical processes that shape the environment, such as weather and climate.