herpetofauna /ˈhɜː(ɹ)pɪtəʊˌfɔːnə/ noun1 •Reptiles and amphibians as a group, especially those of a particular region or time period.The island is noted for its diverse herpetofauna.The herpetofaunas of the two regions reflect the differences in their geological histories. formsherpetofaunas