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animal species
A biological classification unit that includes a group of animals that can reproduce with one another and produce fertile offspring.
Der Panda ist eine Tierart, die nur in bestimmten Regionen Chinas vorkommt.
The panda is an animal species that occurs only in certain regions of China.
The word 'Tierart' (animal species) is made up of 'das Tier' (animal) and 'die Art' (species/type). So it literally means a 'type of animal' and is used for biological classification.
Wissenschaftler haben eine neue Tierart im Regenwald entdeckt.
Scientists have discovered a new animal species in the rainforest.
'Tierart' (animal species) is very often used in the context of nature conservation. Typical adjectives are 'gefährdet' (endangered), 'selten' (rare), or 'ausgestorben' (extinct), often in the phrase 'vom Aussterben bedroht' (threatened with extinction).
Der Schneeleopard ist eine gefährdete Tierart.
The snow leopard is an endangered animal species.
The base word '-art' (species/type) can also be combined with other nouns to form categories. Examples include 'Pflanzenart' (plant species), 'Vogelart' (bird species), or 'Gesteinsart' (type of rock).
Diese seltene Pflanzenart wächst nur in den Alpen.
This rare plant species grows only in the Alps.
kind / way
'die Art' and 'die Tierart' can both mean a biological group of animals. 'Tierart' is more precise because it refers only to animals. 'Art' is more general and can also be used for plants, fungi, or other living beings. That is why the words can be confused when talking about animals. In a text about animals, 'Tierart' is often especially clear. If the context is already clear or the topic is biology in general, 'Art' can also sound natural.
Der Panda ist eine bekannte Tierart, die besonderen Schutz braucht.
The panda is a well-known animal species that needs special protection.
Im Naturmuseum lernen die Kinder, warum diese Art selten geworden ist.
At the natural history museum, the children learn why this species has become rare.