Word list: tropical, dense, humidity, fauna, diverse, wildlife, conservation, endangerment, habitat, preserve
It was a warm and humid day in the Amazon rainforest, one of the most tropical and dense habitats on the planet. The humidity was almost suffocating, but for the adventurous traveler, it was a dream come true. The Amazon was home to an incredibly diverse array of fauna and wildlife, and it was a place that was in need of constant conservation.
The jungle was teeming with animals and birds of all shapes and sizes, from the tiniest insects to the majestic jaguars. Many of the species were endangered, and the Amazon was one of the few places where they could still be found. The local people were passionate about their habitat, and many had dedicated their lives to preserving it for future generations.
Despite the challenges, the Amazon rainforest was a place of incredible beauty, where nature and wildlife thrived. It was a place that would stay with you forever, and inspire you to work towards a better future for the planet.
Vocabulary Tables
Story. A Journey Through the Amazonian Rainforest
| Word | Meaning | Collocations |
|---|---|---|
| tropical | relating to or characteristic of the tropics | tropical rainforest, tropical climate, tropical fruit |
| dense | having a high population density or close-packed structure | dense jungle, dense vegetation, dense forest |
| humidity | moisture in the air | high humidity, humidity levels, humidity index |
| fauna | the animals of a particular region, habitat, or geological period | Amazonian fauna, African fauna, marine fauna |
| diverse | showing a great deal of variety; varied | diverse ecosystem, diverse flora and fauna, diverse culture |
| wildlife | all the non-domesticated animals living in a particular place | African wildlife, endangered wildlife, wildlife conservation |
| conservation | protection and preservation of the natural environment | wildlife conservation, conservation efforts, conservation of resources |
| endangerment | the state of being at risk of extinction | endangered species, endangerment of wildlife, endangerment of habitats |
| habitat | the natural environment of a particular species of plant or animal | Amazonian habitat, animal habitat, degraded habitat |
| preserve | to keep something safe and unchanged | preserve wildlife, preserve habitats, preserve nature |