Ecological disturbance refers to any event that significantly alters the structure or function of an ecosystem, leading to changes in the availability of resources and the composition of species. Disturbances can be natural, such as wildfires, hurricanes, or volcanic eruptions, or anthropogenic, such as deforestation, pollution, or urbanization. Ecological disturbances can have both short-term and long-term effects on ecosystems, including changes in species composition, habitat fragmentation, and altered nutrient cycles. Understanding the effects of disturbances on ecosystems is important for predicting and managing their impacts on biodiversity and ecosystem services. Researchers in the field of ecological disturbance study the causes, consequences, and interactions of disturbances in ecosystems, as well as the resilience and adaptation of ecosystems to disturbance events. This research helps inform conservation and restoration efforts, as well as strategies for managing and mitigating the impacts of disturbances on ecosystems and human communities.