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Vivarium

Noun (biology):

A vivarium is an enclosure or container used to keep and maintain live animals or plants, typically used for scientific research or for those with an interest in observing and studying natural ecosystems.

Example sentence:

The scientists set up a vivarium to study the behavior of a rare species of butterflies.

Noun (zoology):

A vivarium refers to an enclosed space, such as a terrarium or an aquarium, created to house and display live animals, particularly reptiles, amphibians, or small mammals, in a simulated natural environment.

Example sentence:

The zoo's reptile exhibit includes a diverse collection of vivariums where visitors can observe various species of snakes and lizards.

Noun (popular):

Informally, a vivarium is a term used by reptile and amphibian enthusiasts for housing and maintaining their pets, providing a controlled environment with the necessary temperature, humidity, and lighting conditions.

Example sentence:

He spends hours every week maintaining the perfect vivarium for his pet chameleons.

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