microfauna

[US]/[ˈmaɪkrəʊˈfɔːnə]/
[UK]/[ˈmaɪkrəʊˈfɔːnə]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.Tiny free-living animals, excluding protozoa, that measure between 0.1 and 1 mm.; The community of microscopic animals living in a particular environment.

Phrases & Collocations

microfauna analysis

studying microfauna

microfauna samples

impact on microfauna

microfauna communities

observe microfauna

microfauna diversity

identifying microfauna

assess microfauna

microfauna present

Example Sentences

the sediment contained a surprising diversity of microfauna.

researchers are studying the role of microfauna in soil health.

changes in microfauna populations can indicate environmental stress.

the analysis revealed a complex community of microfauna within the sample.

microfauna contribute significantly to decomposition in marine environments.

we observed a decline in microfauna numbers after the pesticide application.

the presence of certain microfauna suggests a healthy ecosystem.

identifying microfauna is crucial for understanding benthic habitats.

the team used microscopy to identify and quantify the microfauna.

microfauna are an important food source for larger invertebrates.

the impact of climate change on microfauna is a growing concern.

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