Macrobiology

Macrobiology is a branch of biology that focuses on the study of organisms that are large enough to be seen with the unaided eye. This contrasts with microbiology, which deals with microscopic organisms. Macrobiology encompasses a vast array of life forms, including plants, animals, fungi, and protists, from single-celled organisms visible to the naked eye to the largest multicellular organisms.

The field of macrobiology involves observing, describing, classifying, and understanding the life processes, behaviors, interactions, and evolution of these macroscopic organisms. Researchers in macrobiology often work in fields such as zoology, botany, mycology, and ecology. Their studies contribute to our understanding of biodiversity, ecosystems, conservation, agriculture, and medicine.

Methods in macrobiology can range from field observations and specimen collection to laboratory experiments and genetic analysis. The goal is to build a comprehensive picture of the natural world at a scale accessible to human senses, informing our knowledge of the planet's diverse inhabitants and their roles within their environments.