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naturalists
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a scientist who studies the natural world, including plants, animals, and ecosystems
- The naturalist conducted field research to study the behavior of endangered species in their habitat.
- As a naturalist, she specialized in identifying and cataloging rare plants in the rainforest.
- The museum hired a naturalist to lead educational tours and teach visitors about local wildlife.
- The documentary featured interviews with naturalists who explained the impact of climate change on marine ecosystems.
- He published several books as a naturalist, documenting the biodiversity of coral reefs around the world.
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an advocate of the doctrine that the world can be understood in scientific terms