habitat loss
US /ˈhæb.ə.tæt lɔːs/
UK /ˈhæb.ɪ.tæt lɒs/
名詞
生息地の喪失, 生息地破壊
the process by which a natural habitat becomes incapable of supporting its native species, often due to human activity
例:
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Deforestation is the leading cause of habitat loss for many tropical birds.
森林破壊は、多くの熱帯の鳥にとっての生息地の喪失の主な原因です。
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Urban expansion often leads to significant habitat loss for local wildlife.
都市の拡大は、しばしば地元の野生生物の重大な生息地の喪失につながります。