species
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As ocean temperatures climb, these species are more likely to overheat, which could shrink their habitable range and push them toward cooler regions closer to the poles.
From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026
Their rich, sheltered microclimates are home to mosses, lichens, fungi and ferns, with some species rarely found outside the remaining fragments of Cumbrian woodland.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
This adaptation has evolved independently in several shark and tuna species, giving them advantages such as faster swimming, long-distance travel, and improved hunting ability.
From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026
Otters are a protected species and it is an offence to deliberately or recklessly harass, capture, injure or kill them.
From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026
Ms. Mac gave her the speech about how much kids can learn from taking care of another species.
From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney
Vocabulary lists containing species
Tyrannosaurus Lex(icon)
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"The Origin of Species by Natural Selection" by Charles Darwin: Essential Words
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Word Generation Science - Life Science
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