fauna — the animals of a particular region, habitat, or geological period
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the animals of a particular region, habitat, or geological period
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɔːnə/
Korean meaning: 특정 지역, 서식지, 또는 지질시대의 동물군
Korean pronunciation: 포-너 (강세: 포)
Example Sentences
- The documentary crew spent months filming the Arctic fauna, but most animals just wanted to hide from the camera like shy celebrities.
- Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting the unique fauna of Madagascar.
- The scientist discovered that the cave fauna had evolved without eyes, proving that even animals know when to avoid looking at their reflection.
fauna
NOUN//ˈfɔːnə//
the animals of a particular region, habitat, or geological period
A researcher studies the diverse fauna gathered around a rainforest watering hole
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Fauna finds peace in nature's sauna, glowing like a corona
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Origin
From Latin Fauna, the Roman goddess of wild animals and nature, sister of Faunus. The term was later adopted in scientific contexts to refer to the animal life of a region or period.
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“The documentary crew spent months filming the Arctic fauna, but most animals just wanted to hide from the camera like shy celebrities.”
“Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting the unique fauna of Madagascar.”
“The scientist discovered that the cave fauna had evolved without eyes, proving that even animals know when to avoid looking at their reflection.”
“Climate change is significantly affecting the distribution of fauna worldwide.”
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