species
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Earlier this year, the California Fish and Game Commission granted threatened species status to six mountain lion populations to try to boost their chances of survival.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
The outbreak was declared on May 15 in northeastern DR Congo, but the rare Bundibugyo species of the Ebola virus is believed to have spread for some time beforehand.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
Not likely, as our species benefits from nonreproducing members.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
These same roots provide a perfect nursery for many species of fish and other marine life - protecting them from predators and providing ample food.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
“Both species are very high on every birdwatcher’s ‘must see’ list.
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
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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