herpetofauna en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈhɜː(ɹ)pɪtəʊˌfɔːnə/
Etymology
From herpeto- + fauna.
Meanings
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(uncountable, usually) Reptiles and amphibians as a group, especially those of a particular region or time period.
The island is noted for its diverse herpetofauna.
The herpetofaunas of the two regions reflect the differences in their geological histories.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| herpetofaunas | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
herpetology · herp · herptile · herpetological · herpetologist
Translations (3)
cmn 爬行類區系 /爬行类区系 (amphibians and reptiles as a group) · fr herpétofaune (amphibians and reptiles as a group) · fi matelijat ja sammakkoeläimet (amphibians and reptiles as a group)