beneficial animal; useful animal
Refers to animals that are directly or indirectly helpful to humans, such as pollinators, pest-eaters, or animals providing resources. Often contrasted with 害獣 (harmful animal).
Antonyms: 害獣
Honeybees are a typical beneficial animal.
We need to protect not only harmful animals but also beneficial ones.
Compound of 益 (benefit) and 獣 (beast, animal). The term is a modern coinage used in ecological and agricultural contexts.