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noun
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The capercaillie is a native species that became extinct in Britain in the mid-18th Century but were reintroduced in Perthshire in 1837.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026
It has spread extensively across the north-west Highlands where it often overpowers native species.
From BBC ● May 21, 2026
Thesaurus
Possible Synonyms
- naturally occurring organism
- local flora and fauna
- autochthonous species
- indigenous species
- original inhabitant
Possible Antonyms
- transplanted species
- foreign organism
- exotic species
- alien species
- nonindigenous organism
