Refuge

Definition

A place or condition that offers protection from danger or harm. In entomology and arachnology, a refuge refers to locations or conditions that offer insects or arachnids protection from predators and adverse environmental conditions.

Etymology

From Latin 'refugium', meaning 'shelter' or 'place of refuge'.

Example

The spider retreated to its web as a refuge from the approaching predator.

Synonyms

• Shelter
• Sanctuary

Related Terms

• Shelter
• Protection

Usage Notes

Refuges are critical for the survival of many species, providing a safe space during vulnerable life stages or extreme weather conditions.