epigean
/ˌɛpɪˈdʒiːən/
adjective
- Living or growing on or near the surface of the ground; terrestrial.
- The epigean fungi were easy to spot among the fallen leaves.
- Many epigean plants rely on insects for pollination above the soil.
- Epigean animals like rabbits and squirrels are active during the day.
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