paleoecological

/ˌpeɪlioʊˌɛkəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/
adjective
  1. Relating to the study of ancient environments and ecosystems.
    • The team published a paleoecological study of a prehistoric lake bed.
    • Paleoecological evidence suggests that the area was once a vast grassland.
    • Paleoecological research shows how plants and animals adapted to past climate changes.
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