Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

animal-species

Noun
/ˈænɪməl-ˈspiːʃɪz/
Definition
A group of animals that share common characteristics and can reproduce to produce fertile offspring.
Examples
  • The lion and the tiger belong to different animal species.
  • Researchers study animal species to understand their behaviors and habitats.
  • Many animal species are endangered due to habitat loss.
Meaning
Animal species refer to the variety of distinct groupings of animals categorized based on shared traits and genetic similarities.
Synonyms
  • Animal category
  • Animal kind
  • Animal group