What is a community of plants and animals called?

A community of plants and animals is called an ecosystem.

An ecosystem includes all the living organisms (plants, animals, fungi, bacteria) in a specific area, as well as the non-living components of their environment (like soil, water, air, sunlight).

Here are some other related terms:

* Biotic factors: The living components of an ecosystem.

* Abiotic factors: The non-living components of an ecosystem.

* Habitat: The place where an organism lives.

* Niche: The role an organism plays in its ecosystem.