endemial

/ɛndɪˈmiəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a species whose distribution is restricted to a particular area or geographic region, especially a small one

“The endemial bird species found in the island is a rare sight to behold.”

2. noun

a species whose distribution is restricted to a particular area or geographic region, especially a small one

“The botanist studied the unique characteristics of the island’s endemial plants.”

Synonyms

  • local
  • regional
  • restricted

Antonyms

  • ubiquitous
  • widespread