Definition

Large animals that are part of a specific region or time period, often including species like mammoths and bison.

Example

The discovery of ancient megafauna fossils has provided insight into the ecosystems of the past.

Conversation

Did you know that some of the largest animals in history are classified as megafauna?

Yeah, I've heard about those huge creatures like mammoths and giant sloths.

It's fascinating how they adapted to their environments, right?

Absolutely! I wonder what caused their extinction.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Megafauna → It is formed from "mega-" (from Greek "megas", meaning large or great) and "fauna" (from Latin "fauna", meaning animal life). The word "megafauna" refers to the large animals of a particular region or time period.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mega' meaning large and 'fauna' referring to animal life — this helps you remember that megafauna means large animals.

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