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nature preserve

[/ˈneɪtʃər prɪˈzɜːrv/]
nounpl: nature preserves
reserva natural
1. A protected area of land or water set aside for the conservation of wildlife, plants, and natural ecosystems
The nature preserve is home to several endangered bird species.
A reserva natural é habitat de várias espécies de aves em perigo de extinção.
2. A designated region where human activity is restricted to maintain the natural environment
Visitors must stay on marked trails when walking through the nature preserve.
Os visitantes devem permanecer nas trilhas marcadas ao caminhar pela reserva natural.
Synonyms
nature reserveprotected areawildlife refugeconservation areasanctuary
Antonyms
developed areaurban areaindustrial zone

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reserva natural
most common term used in Brazil
General Brazilian
área de preservação ambiental (APA)
official governmental designation
Portugal
reserva natural
standard term in Portugal
Portugal
área protegida
broader term including all protected areas

Related Idioms & Phrases

in a state of nature
back to nature
preserve the environment
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