charismatic megafauna
Look at other dictionaries:
Charismatic megafauna — are large animal species with widespread popular appeal that environmental activists use to achieve conservation goals well beyond just those species.[citation needed] Prominent examples include the lion, tiger, California condor, bald eagle,… … Wikipedia
charismatic megafauna — n. Animals that have popular appeal and so can form the basis of conservation campaigns and fundraising drives. Example Citation: Giant pandas are charismatic megafauna, a category that includes whales and other sea mammals, salmon and other… … New words
charismatic megafauna — /kærəzmætɪk ˈmɛgəfɔnə/ (say karuhzmatik meguhfawnuh) noun large animals which have an appeal for the general public, as whales, pandas, gorillas, etc …
Megafauna — This article is about large land animals. For naked eye visible bottom dwelling animals, see Macrobenthos. The African bush elephant, Earth s largest living land animal In terrestrial zoology, megafauna (Ancient Greek megas large + New Latin… … Wikipedia
megafauna — very large animals, mostly whales in water but conceivably some of the larger fishes could be included. See also charismatic megafauna … Dictionary of ichthyology
Charisma (disambiguation) — Charisma is compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others. a divinely conferred power or talent. Charisma or Charismatic may also refer to: Religious uses Charismatic authority, a sociology term coined by Max Weber… … Wikipedia
Detroit River — Coordinates: 42°03′06″N 83°09′05″W / 42.05167°N 83.15139°W / 42.05167; 83.15139 … Wikipedia
Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge — IUCN Category Ib (Wilderness Area) North Maumee Bay Archeological District … Wikipedia
Ocean Park Conservation Foundation Hong Kong — Ocean Park Conservation Foundation, Hong Kong 香港海洋公園保育基金 Established 2005 as the conglomerate of the former Ocean Park Conservation Foundation (OPCF) and the Hong Kong Society for Panda Conservation (HKSPC) … Wikipedia
Cultural depictions of turtles and tortoises — Turtles and tortoises are frequently depicted in popular culture as easygoing, patient, and wise creatures, snapping turtles aside.[citation needed] Due to their long lifespan, slow movement, sturdiness, and wrinkled appearance, they are an… … Wikipedia
