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macrofauna

/ˌmækroʊˈfɔːnə/ noun · British & US
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What does macrofauna mean?

noun

Large animals, such as insects, crustaceans, and mollusks, that are visible to the naked eye.

Example

"The macrofauna in the coral reef included sea turtles, stingrays, and colorful fish."

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