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refugia

/rɪˈfjuːdʒiə/ /rɪˈfjuːdʒiːə/

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noun

Refugio

Any local environment that has escaped regional ecological change and therefore provides a habitat for endangered species.

Examples :

"During the wildfire, the dense, damp forest patch acted as refugia for the small animals, protecting them from the flames and smoke that ravaged the surrounding area. "

Durante el incendio forestal, el denso y húmedo parche de bosque actuó como refugio para los pequeños animales, protegiéndolos de las llamas y el humo que asolaban la zona circundante.

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noun

Refugio

(aquaculture) A separate section of a fishtank that shares the same water supply, used for denitrification, plankton production, etc.

Examples :

"My saltwater aquarium has a refugia built into the back, which helps keep the water clean by growing algae and tiny organisms. "

Mi acuario de agua salada tiene un refugio incorporado en la parte trasera, lo que ayuda a mantener el agua limpia al cultivar algas y organismos diminutos.

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