1. large animals, especially those weighing over 45 kilograms (100 pounds)
Usage: scientific
2. extinct large animals from prehistoric times, such as mammoths and giant ground sloths
Usage: paleontology

Examples

• The African savanna is home to diverse megafauna including elephants, rhinos, and giraffes.
• Australia’s megafauna disappeared around 50,000 years ago.
• Scientists study megafauna to understand ecosystem dynamics.
• The Pleistocene epoch was known for its impressive megafauna.
• Conservation efforts focus on protecting remaining megafauna species.
• Megafauna play crucial roles as ecosystem engineers in their habitats.