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fauna
The entirety of all animal species that live in a particular geographic area or in a particular geological era. The term is often used together with 'Flora' (plant life).
Die Fauna Australiens ist bekannt für ihre einzigartigen Beuteltiere.
The fauna of Australia is known for its unique marsupials.
'Fauna' (fauna) is a scientific technical term. It is used mainly in biology, geography, and documentaries to describe the animal life of an area precisely.
Der Biologe erforscht die Fauna der Tiefsee.
The biologist is researching the fauna of the deep sea.
The word 'Fauna' (fauna) is very frequently used together with 'Flora' (plant life) in the fixed expression 'Flora und Fauna' (flora and fauna). This combination describes the entire living world of a region.
Die Flora und Fauna des Amazonas-Regenwaldes ist einzigartig.
The flora and fauna of the Amazon rainforest are unique.
'Fauna' (fauna) is usually used with a genitive or a preposition to specify the area. It is a collective term and is used in the singular for the entirety of the animals.
Die Fauna der Alpen hat sich an die kalten Temperaturen angepasst.
The fauna of the Alps has adapted to the cold temperatures.
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'Fauna' and 'Tierwelt' both refer to the animals that live in a particular area or during a particular time. In many sentences, you can use both words in a similar way. 'Fauna' sounds a bit more technical and is often used together with 'Flora'. 'Tierwelt' is easier to understand in everyday language and sounds less scientific. If you are writing a normal text for many readers, 'Tierwelt' often sounds more natural. In reports about nature or science, 'Fauna' is very appropriate.
Die Fauna dieser Insel ist besonders interessant, weil dort viele seltene Tiere leben.
The fauna of this island is especially interesting because many rare animals live there.
Im Nationalpark können Besucher die heimische Tierwelt aus der Nähe beobachten.
In the national park, visitors can observe the local wildlife up close.