naturalist
noun
nat·u·ral·ist
ˈna-ch(ə-)rə-list 
1
: one that advocates or practices naturalism
2
: a student of natural history
especially
: a field biologist
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An avid cyclist, Stevens is part of a growing movement among environmentalists, outdoor enthusiasts and naturalists who believe that safeguarding the ecosystem, promoting wellness and confronting historical injustices go hand-in-hand.
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Tyrone Beason, Los Angeles Times, 19 May 2024
The northern Michigan park, popular with hikers, hunters, and naturalists, dates to 1940, located on an island archipelago in Lake Superior.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 15 May 2024
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Tyrone Beason, Los Angeles Times, 19 May 2024
The northern Michigan park, popular with hikers, hunters, and naturalists, dates to 1940, located on an island archipelago in Lake Superior.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 15 May 2024
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naturalist
noun
nat·u·ral·ist
ˈnach-(ə-)rə-ləst
: a person who specializes in natural history
naturalist
adjective
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