nesting cavity

Definition

A nesting cavity is a sheltered, enclosed chamber (excavated or pre-existing) used by organisms or social groups of organisms to raise their young and protect themselves and their young from unfavourable biotic (e.g. predators) and abiotic (e.g. weather) factors.

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nesting cavity

EUPH Code (UID)

[1873]

EUPH IRI

https://app.pollinatorhub.eu/vocabulary/classes/1873

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n/a

Created

2023-01-23

Updated

2026-02-20
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Author: Michael Rubinigg

Definition

Author: Michael Rubinigg

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Language Expression Contributed By Status
English
nesting cavity

Compound noun, Singular

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German
Nisthöhle

Noun, Feminine, Singular

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Approved