Why Study Ecology?
Humans are ecological players. As with all organisms, human existence depends on suitable physical and chemical conditions and interactions with other species. In addition, as competitors and predators, we affect both our own environment and that of many other species. Humans differ from all other species, because we alone can understand the ecological role we play. Given this unique ability and the recognition that every action we take has ecological consequences, it is logical to consider the ecological effects whenever we act as producers or consumers. Because this ecological consciousness requires knowledge, ecology is a valuable subject for any student.
