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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Environmental enthusiasts can become Florida coastal systems naturalists by taking a 40-hour course offered by the UF/IFAS Extension Volusia County.
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Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
Valentino’s necklaces, a playful mix of shells and cast metal flowers, are collectible gems that offer a naturalist sensibility as the perfect seasonal keepsake.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 17 Mar. 2025
The same kind of nationwide monitoring by amateur naturalists doesn’t exist for less charismatic insects such as walking sticks.
—Eliza Grames, The Conversation, 6 Mar. 2025
Free nature programs with park rangers and naturalists are offered in the summer.
—Trudy Haywood Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 2 Mar. 2025
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Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 19 Mar. 2025
Valentino’s necklaces, a playful mix of shells and cast metal flowers, are collectible gems that offer a naturalist sensibility as the perfect seasonal keepsake.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 17 Mar. 2025
The same kind of nationwide monitoring by amateur naturalists doesn’t exist for less charismatic insects such as walking sticks.
—Eliza Grames, The Conversation, 6 Mar. 2025
Free nature programs with park rangers and naturalists are offered in the summer.
—Trudy Haywood Saunders, Travel + Leisure, 2 Mar. 2025
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“Naturalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/naturalist. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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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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