Definition

Relating to the region that includes Central and South America and the Caribbean, known for its diverse ecosystems and wildlife.

Example

The neotropic region is home to many unique species of plants and animals.

Conversation

I just read an article about the neotropic region in South America.

Oh really? What did it say about it?

It mentioned how rich the biodiversity is in the neotropic forests.

That sounds fascinating! I’d love to visit those areas one day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Neotropic → It is formed from "neo-" (meaning new) and "tropikos" (from Greek, meaning turning or region). The term refers to the new world tropics, indicating a region characterized by new or different ecological features.

Memory Tip

Think of 'new' ('neo-') and 'region' ('tropikos') to remember that 'neotropic' refers to a new ecological region, specifically the tropics.

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