mastofauna

English

Etymology

Superficially masto- (“relating to mammary organs”) +‎ fauna, though perhaps calquing or borrowed directly from a term like Spanish mastofauna.

Noun

mastofauna (uncountable)

1. (rare, zoology) The mammals, or all kinds of mammals, inhabiting a region.

Usage notes

• Generally an error made by non-native speakers.

Related terms

• mastofaunal

Spanish

Noun

mastofauna f (plural mastofaunas)

1. (zoology) mastofauna