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    Fauna (en. Fauna)

    /ˈfa.u.na/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The set of animals in a geographic area.
    The fauna of the Amazon is incredibly diverse.
    La fauna del Amazonas es increíblemente diversa.
    The study of animals that inhabit a region.
    Biologists conduct research on the fauna of the region.
    Los biólogos realizan investigaciones sobre la fauna de la región.
    Animal species that coexist in a specific ecosystem.
    Marine fauna includes a variety of fish and mammals.
    La fauna marina incluye una variedad de peces y mamíferos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'fauna', the Roman goddess of fauna and fertility.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    wildlife
    animals that live freely in their natural habitat.
    fauna silvestre
    conserve the fauna
    protect and maintain animal species in their environment.
    conservar la fauna
    study the fauna
    conduct research on animal species in a region.
    estudiar la fauna

    Related Words

    biodiversity
    Diversity of species in an ecosystem.
    biodiversidad
    ecosystem
    Set of organisms and their physical environment.
    ecosistema
    flora
    Set of plant species in a region.
    flora

    Slang Meanings

    Group of animals in a specific region or context.
    Urban fauna often includes birds and mammals adapted to the city.
    La fauna urbana a menudo incluye aves y mamíferos adaptados a la ciudad.
    Context in which animals are discussed in entertainment situations.
    At the zoo, the fauna is a major attraction for visitors.
    En el zoológico, la fauna es un gran atractivo para los visitantes.