herpetofauna

(her-pe-to-fau-na) 5 syllables

Definition

noun. the reptiles and amphibians of a particular region, habitat, or geological period.

The herpetofauna of the rainforest includes a diverse range of snakes and frogs.

Scientists conducted a survey to catalog the herpetofauna of the island.

reptiles; amphibians; cold-blooded animals

mammals; birds; warm-blooded animals

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