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Vocabulario para IELTS General (Puntuación 8-9) - Animales

Aquí, aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con los animales que son necesarias para el examen IELTS General Training.

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Vocabulary for General Training IELTS (8-9)
burrow
burrow
[Sustantivo]

a hole that an animal digs in the ground to use as a shelter

madriguera, conejera

madriguera, conejera

Ex: Moles create intricate burrow networks underground , making it difficult for gardeners to maintain their lawns .Los topos crean redes intrincadas de **madrigueras** bajo tierra, lo que dificulta a los jardineros mantener sus céspedes.
canine
canine
[Sustantivo]

a member of the dog family, including domestic dogs, wolves, foxes, and related animals

can

can

Ex: Wolves , a wild canine species , exhibit complex social structures and hunting strategies that fascinate wildlife biologists .Los lobos, una especie **canina** salvaje, exhiben estructuras sociales y estrategias de caza complejas que fascinan a los biólogos de vida silvestre.
cetacean
cetacean
[Sustantivo]

a marine mammal that belongs to the group known as Cetacea, which comprises whales, dolphins, and porpoises

cetáceo, mamífero marino del orden Cetacea

cetáceo, mamífero marino del orden Cetacea

Ex: Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting cetaceans from threats such as habitat degradation , pollution , and entanglement in fishing gear .Los esfuerzos de conservación son cruciales para proteger a los **cetáceos** de amenazas como la degradación del hábitat, la contaminación y el enredo en artes de pesca.
brood
brood
[Sustantivo]

all the young of a bird hatched at the same time, or the young of an animal cared for together

nidada, camada

nidada, camada

Ex: The birdwatchers were thrilled to spot an owl with her brood of fledglings perched high in the treetops .Los observadores de aves estaban emocionados de avistar un búho con **su cría** de polluelos posados en lo alto de las copas de los árboles.
omnivore
omnivore
[Sustantivo]

an animal that eats both plant and animal matter

omnívoro

omnívoro

Ex: Many birds are omnivores, feeding on seeds and insects .
fang
fang
[Sustantivo]

a long, pointed tooth found in carnivorous animals, used for biting, gripping, and tearing flesh

colmillo, diente

colmillo, diente

Ex: The wolf 's fangs are essential for hunting and tearing meat .Los **colmillos** del lobo son esenciales para cazar y desgarrar la carne.
pincer
pincer
[Sustantivo]

any of the sharp curved organs of an arthropod or insect, such as a crab, lobster, etc.

tenaza

tenaza

Ex: While exploring the tide pools , the children were cautious of the small crabs ' pincers, which could deliver a sharp pinch if provoked .Mientras exploraban las pozas de marea, los niños tuvieron cuidado con las **pinzas** de los pequeños cangrejos, que podían dar un pellizco agudo si se les provocaba.
pelt
pelt
[Sustantivo]

the skin of an animal with the fur, wool, or hair still covering it

piel

piel

Ex: Conservation efforts aim to combat poaching and regulate the trade in animal pelts to protect vulnerable species and preserve biodiversity .Los esfuerzos de conservación tienen como objetivo combatir la caza furtiva y regular el comercio de **pieles** animales para proteger especies vulnerables y preservar la biodiversidad.
shoal
shoal
[Sustantivo]

a large number of fish swimming together

banco

banco

Ex: Seabirds dove into the water , eager to feast on the abundant shoal of anchovies migrating along the coast .Las aves marinas se sumergieron en el agua, ansiosas por festejar con el abundante **banco** de anchoas que migraba a lo largo de la costa.
fauna
fauna
[Sustantivo]

the animals of a particular geological period or region

fauna

fauna

Ex: Climate change poses a threat to the Arctic fauna, endangering species like polar bears and Arctic foxes .El cambio climático representa una amenaza para la **fauna** del Ártico, poniendo en peligro especies como los osos polares y los zorros árticos.
crepuscular
crepuscular
[Adjetivo]

(of an animal) active during the twilight hours of dawn and dusk

crepuscular, vespertino

crepuscular, vespertino

Ex: Wildlife photographers set up their cameras before sunrise , eager to capture the elusive beauty of crepuscular creatures in their natural habitats .Los fotógrafos de vida silvestre colocan sus cámaras antes del amanecer, ansiosos por capturar la belleza esquiva de las criaturas **crepusculares** en sus hábitats naturales.
ectothermic
ectothermic
[Adjetivo]

relating to or denoting animals that regulate their body temperature by external sources, such as the surrounding environment

ectotermo, de sangre fría

ectotermo, de sangre fría

Ex: Insects , being ectothermic, are highly dependent on external heat sources to regulate their body temperature .Los insectos, al ser **ectotérmicos**, dependen en gran medida de fuentes de calor externas para regular su temperatura corporal.
endothermic
endothermic
[Adjetivo]

(of an animal) generating and regulating their own body heat internally

endotérmico, de sangre caliente

endotérmico, de sangre caliente

equine
equine
[Adjetivo]

having characteristics, appearance, or behavior similar to a horse

equino

equino

Ex: The actor was cast for his equine elegance.
oviparous
oviparous
[Adjetivo]

producing eggs that develop and hatch outside the body

ovíparo, que pone huevos

ovíparo, que pone huevos

Ex: Oviparous reproduction is common among many invertebrates , including insects and arachnids .La reproducción **ovípara** es común entre muchos invertebrados, incluidos insectos y arácnidos.
arboreal
arboreal
[Adjetivo]

(of animals) adapted to or living high in trees, rather than on the ground

arborícola, que vive en los árboles

arborícola, que vive en los árboles

Ex: As agile arboreal reptiles, many lizard species in tropical forests exhibit long tails and limbs adapted for grasping to efficiently traverse the layered tangles of branches.Como reptiles **arborícolas** ágiles, muchas especies de lagartos en los bosques tropicales exhiben colas largas y extremidades adaptadas para agarrar y así recorrer eficientemente los enredos estratificados de ramas.
piscivorous
piscivorous
[Adjetivo]

feeding primarily on fish

piscívoro, que se alimenta principalmente de peces

piscívoro, que se alimenta principalmente de peces

Ex: Piscivorous reptiles , such as crocodiles , hunt fish in aquatic habitats .Los reptiles **piscívoros**, como los cocodrilos, cazan peces en hábitats acuáticos.
simian
simian
[Adjetivo]

of or relating to monkeys or apes

simiesco, simio

simiesco, simio

Ex: A genetic mutation resulted in simian-like facial features in the newborn baby, prompting further study by medical researchers.Una mutación genética resultó en rasgos faciales **simios** en el recién nacido, lo que impulsó un estudio más profundo por parte de los investigadores médicos.
tame
tame
[Adjetivo]

brought from a wild state under human control or accustomed to humans

domesticado

domesticado

Ex: Tame animals are easier to care for than wild ones .
terrestrial
terrestrial
[Adjetivo]

related to or living on land, rather than in the sea or air

terrestre

terrestre

Ex: Scientists study terrestrial biomes to understand how different climates and terrains affect the distribution of land-based organisms .Los científicos estudian los biomas **terrestres** para entender cómo los diferentes climas y terrenos afectan la distribución de los organismos terrestres.
bovine
bovine
[Adjetivo]

relating to or characteristic of cows or cattle

bovino

bovino

Ex: Ranchers employ various bovine management techniques to ensure the efficient and ethical care of their livestock.Los ganaderos emplean diversas técnicas de gestión **bovina** para garantizar el cuidado eficiente y ético de su ganado.
avian
avian
[Adjetivo]

relating to or characteristic of birds

aviar, relativo a las aves

aviar, relativo a las aves

Ex: The avian respiratory system is highly efficient , allowing birds to extract oxygen during both inhalation and exhalation .El sistema respiratorio **aviar** es altamente eficiente, permitiendo a las aves extraer oxígeno tanto durante la inhalación como la exhalación.
nocturnal
nocturnal
[Adjetivo]

(of animals or organisms) primarily active during the night

nocturno

nocturno

Ex: Mosquitoes are notorious nocturnal pests , becoming most active after dusk .Los mosquitos son plagas **nocturnas** notorias, volviéndose más activos después del anochecer.
diurnal
diurnal
[Adjetivo]

primarily active or occurring during the daytime

diurno

diurno

Ex: Hikers prefer diurnal adventures , taking advantage of daylight to explore trails and enjoy nature .Los excursionistas prefieren aventuras **diurnas**, aprovechando la luz del día para explorar senderos y disfrutar de la naturaleza.
insectivorous
insectivorous
[Adjetivo]

feeding on or adapted to a diet that consists primarily or exclusively of insects

insectívoro, que se alimenta de insectos

insectívoro, que se alimenta de insectos

Ex: Anteaters are primarily insectivorous mammals , using their long tongues to feed on ants and termites .Los osos hormigueros son principalmente mamíferos **insectívoros**, que usan sus largas lenguas para alimentarse de hormigas y termitas.
to camouflage

to blend in with the surroundings to avoid being seen or detected

camuflar

camuflar

Ex: Some insects camouflage by mimicking the appearance of twigs or leaves .Algunos insectos se **camuflan** imitando la apariencia de ramitas u hojas.
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