The Fascination with Megafauna:

Exploring the Animal Symbolism that Captivates Humans.

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In zoology, the term ‘megafauna’ refers to large animals.

Generally, animals weighing over 45 kilograms or 1,000 kilograms are classified as megafauna. The term was first used in 1876.

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