Macroecology is a branch of ecology that focuses on studying patterns and processes at a large spatial and temporal scale. This field aims to understand the distribution and abundance of organisms across different ecosystems and how they are influenced by environmental factors, such as climate, geography, and habitat characteristics. Researchers in macroecology often use large-scale datasets and models to explore ecological patterns and make predictions about the impacts of global change on biodiversity and ecosystem functioning. The goal of macroecology is to provide insights into the functioning and conservation of ecosystems at a broad scale.