Temperature significantly influences species distribution by affecting their physiological processes and habitat suitability. As temperatures change, certain species may find their current environments less conducive to survival, prompting them to migrate to more suitable areas. Species adapted to specific temperature ranges may face challenges in an increasingly warm climate, leading to shifts in population dynamics and potential declines in some cases. Additionally, temperature affects resource availability, including food and water, which further dictates where species can thrive. Understanding temperature's role in species distribution is critical for predicting ecological responses to climate change.