ground-dwelling
[/ˈɡraʊnd ˈdwɛlɪŋ/]
adjective
que habita no solo / terrestre / que vive no chão
1. Living, nesting, or residing on or near the ground rather than in trees or elevated structures
Ground-dwelling birds such as quails and partridges prefer open grasslands.
Aves que habitam o solo, como codornas e perdizes, preferem campos abertos.
2. Pertaining to animals or organisms that spend most of their life on the ground surface
Many ground-dwelling insects are crucial for soil aeration and decomposition.
Muitos insetos terrestres são cruciais para a aeração e decomposição do solo.
This is a specialized biological and ecological term commonly used in scientific literature, wildlife documentaries, and educational materials in both English-speaking countries and Brazil. It reflects contemporary interest in animal behavior and biodiversity conservation.
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