amphibiotic

/æmˌfɪbaɪˈɒtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting both land and sea, especially in a biological context

“The amphibiotic zone in the ecosystem is a crucial part of the food chain.”

2. noun

an organism that lives in both water and on land

“The amphibiotic creature was a fascinating species found in the Amazon rainforest.”

Synonyms

  • amphibious
  • benthopelagic

Antonyms

  • pelagic
  • terrestrial