Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
locally-extinct
Adjective
/ˌloʊ.kəli ɪkˈstɪŋkt/
Definition
A term used to describe a species that no longer exists in a specific geographical area but still exists elsewhere.
Examples
- The passenger pigeon is considered locally-extinct in North America.
- Some species of frogs have become locally-extinct in several regions due to environmental changes.
Meaning
Locally-extinct refers to the disappearance of a species from a particular region, even though it can still be found in other parts of the world. This can occur due to various factors such as habitat loss, pollution, climate change, or overexploitation.
Synonyms
- Regionally extinct
- Locally vanished
- Locally lost
