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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Twice-daily land and sea excursions are led by the park’s naturalist guides who remain onboard throughout the charter (one guide for every 10 guests), with itineraries ranging from four to eight days.
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Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 26 Jan. 2026
The nature festival is designed for families with young children, students of every age, scouts, birders and naturalists.
—Christina Mayo, Miami Herald, 22 Jan. 2026
As part of the project, students studied the history and structure of mandalas, as well as the work of 19th-century naturalist Ernst Haeckel.
—Susan Soldavin, Baltimore Sun, 18 Jan. 2026
The Firefall Ranch, for example, offers an experience complete with a shuttle and a naturalist guide.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
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Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 26 Jan. 2026
The nature festival is designed for families with young children, students of every age, scouts, birders and naturalists.
—Christina Mayo, Miami Herald, 22 Jan. 2026
As part of the project, students studied the history and structure of mandalas, as well as the work of 19th-century naturalist Ernst Haeckel.
—Susan Soldavin, Baltimore Sun, 18 Jan. 2026
The Firefall Ranch, for example, offers an experience complete with a shuttle and a naturalist guide.
—Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Jan. 2026
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“Naturalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/naturalist. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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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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