Niche

The Greater Praire Chicken is a first and second order consumer. This means that they eat producers, and can be hunted. They are also second order consumers because they can eat insects. This helps to keep plant life under control, keep insects under control, and provides food for other species. (see Threats) Also, they provide food for future generations of other species by laying up to 14 eggs in one batch. This helps other species to thrive and survive on the praires, along with the Greater Praire Chicken.