fauna

Example Sentences

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New Zealand has set an ambitious goal of eradicating by 2050 all nonnative pests — including feral cats, weasel-like stoats, possums, rats and mice — that have decimated much of its unique fauna.

From Washington Post

“The issue is that we don’t want invasive species in the state because of disease possibilities, because of the effect on native flora and fauna,” he said.

From Seattle Times

Or, some gentle action for nature-lovers, take part in a group botanical survey, identifying the flora and fauna of the Mont Blanc massif.

From National Geographic

The authors call for more research on the region’s underground fauna, which they describe as little studied and vulnerable to harm from human activities, such as illegal mining.

From Science Magazine

Well before he moved in, he invited scientists to research the soil, flora and fauna.

From Los Angeles Times