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wildlife refuge

[/ˈwaɪldlaɪf ˈrefjuːdʒ/]
nounpl: wildlife refuges
refúgio de vida selvagem
1. A protected area of land or water designated for the preservation and conservation of wildlife, plants, and their natural habitats
The wildlife refuge provides a safe haven for endangered species.
O refúgio de vida selvagem oferece um abrigo seguro para espécies ameaçadas de extinção.
2. A sanctuary where hunting and fishing are typically prohibited or strictly regulated to protect animal populations
Visitors can observe birds in their natural habitat at the national wildlife refuge.
Os visitantes podem observar aves em seu habitat natural no refúgio nacional de vida selvagem.
Synonyms
nature reservesanctuaryprotected areanature preserveanimal sanctuary
Antonyms
hunting grounddeveloped landurban area

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
refúgio de vida selvagem / reserva de vida selvagem
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
refúgio de fauna / reserva ambiental
Regional preference for more formal terminology
Portugal
refúgio de vida selvagem / área de conservação da natureza
Portuguese usage often includes 'área de conservação'

Related Idioms & Phrases

safe haven for wildlife
protected sanctuary
conservation area
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