Interaction with their environment

Definition

The ways in which native populations adapt to and utilize their natural surroundings for survival, including methods of obtaining food, shelter, clothing, and other resources.

Related terms

Subsistence farming: A form of agriculture practiced by native populations primarily for self-sufficiency rather than commercial purposes.

Hunting-gathering societies: Societies in which people rely on hunting animals and gathering plants for sustenance rather than engaging in settled agricultural practices.

Environmental stewardship: The responsible management and sustainable use of natural resources by native populations that prioritize long-term ecological harmony.