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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
[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
[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 .
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
[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
[Sustantivo]

an animal or person that feeds on a wide range of both plants and meat

omnívoro

omnívoro

Ex: The panda is a well-known omnivore, consuming bamboo shoots as well as small animals .El panda es un **omnívoro** bien conocido, que consume brotes de bambú además de pequeños animales.
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 .
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
[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
[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
[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
[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
[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
[Adjetivo]

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

endotérmico, de sangre caliente

endotérmico, de sangre caliente

equine
[Adjetivo]

relating to horses or members of the horse family

equino

equino

Ex: Equine nutrition plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and well-being of horses .La nutrición **equina** juega un papel crucial en el mantenimiento de la salud y el bienestar de los caballos.
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
[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
[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
[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
[Adjetivo]

(of an animal) fit to live with people and not afraid of them

domesticado

domesticado

Ex: At the wildlife sanctuary , some animals had become tame due to their regular interactions with the caregivers .En el santuario de vida silvestre, algunos animales se habían vuelto **mansos** debido a sus interacciones regulares con los cuidadores.
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
[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
[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
[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
[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
[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 blend in with the surroundings to avoid being seen or detected

camuflar

camuflar

Ex: The stick insect resembles a twig , allowing it to camouflage among branches and foliage to avoid detection by predators .
Vocabulario para IELTS General (Puntuación 8-9)
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