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Lista de Palabras Nivel C2 - Animales

Aquí aprenderás todas las palabras esenciales para hablar sobre animales, recopiladas específicamente para estudiantes de nivel C2.

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CEFR C2 Vocabulary
crepuscular
crepuscular
[Adjetivo]

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

crepuscular, vespertino

crepuscular, vespertino

Ex: The crepuscular deer emerged from the forest as the sun began to set, grazing peacefully in the meadow. 
oviparous
oviparous
[Adjetivo]

producing eggs that develop and hatch outside the body

ovíparo, que pone huevos

ovíparo, que pone huevos

Ex: Birds are oviparous, laying eggs that incubate externally until hatching. 
simian
simian
[Adjetivo]

of or relating to monkeys or apes

simiesco, simio

simiesco, simio

Ex: The scientist observed simian behavior in the primate research facility, noting similarities in social interactions and communication among the monkeys. 
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: Arboreal snakes like green tree pythons can expertly maneuver through foliage and ascend even the tallest tree trunks to hunt small birds and mammals. 
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: Snakes are ectothermic animals, relying on the warmth of their surroundings to regulate their body temperature. 
equine
equine
[Adjetivo]

having characteristics, appearance, or behavior similar to a horse

equino

equino

Ex: The veterinarian specializes in equine mThe dancer moved with equine grace across the stage.edicine, providing healthcare services for horses. 
piscivorous
piscivorous
[Adjetivo]

feeding primarily on fish

piscívoro, que se alimenta principalmente de peces

piscívoro, que se alimenta principalmente de peces

Ex: The osprey is a piscivorous bird, known for its exceptional fishing skills. 
terrestrial
terrestrial
[Adjetivo]

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

terrestre

terrestre

Ex: The exploration team is studying both marine and terrestrial ecosystems on the island. 
tame
tame
[Adjetivo]

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

domesticado

domesticado

Ex: The lion was surprisingly tame after years in captivity. 
nocturnal
nocturnal
[Adjetivo]

(of animals or organisms) primarily active during the night

nocturno

nocturno

Ex: The zoo had a special exhibit featuring nocturnal animals, with dim lighting to mimic their natural environment. 
bovine
bovine
[Adjetivo]

relating to or characteristic of cows or cattle

bovino

bovino

Ex: The pastoral scene featured a group of bovine creatures peacefully grazing in the meadow. 
avian
avian
[Adjetivo]

relating to or characteristic of birds

aviar, relativo a las aves

aviar, relativo a las aves

Ex: Ornithologists study avian behavior and migratory patterns to understand bird species. 
viviparous
viviparous
[Adjetivo]

(of animals) giving birth to developed babies instead of laying eggs

vivíparo

vivíparo

Ex: Unlike most fish, the guppy is viviparous, giving birth to live young rather than laying eggs. 
diurnal
diurnal
[Adjetivo]

primarily active or occurring during the daytime

diurno

diurno

Ex: Most birds are diurnal, chirping and foraging for food as soon as the sun rises. 
ovoviviparous
ovoviviparous
[Adjetivo]

(of an animal) giving birth to live offspring that have developed from eggs inside the mother's body

ovovivíparo, ovovivíparo

ovovivíparo, ovovivíparo

Ex: The scientist studied the reproductive habits of ovoviviparous animals. 
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: Bats are often considered insectivorous mammals, as they primarily consume insects during their nightly hunts. 
canine
canine
[Sustantivo]

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

can

can

Ex: The German Shepherd, a popular canine breed, is often employed in police work due to its intelligence and loyalty. 
estivation
estivation
[Sustantivo]

a summer hibernation for animals to conserve energy during hot and dry conditions

estivación, letargo estival

estivación, letargo estival

Ex: The desert tortoise undergoes estivation to survive the intense summer heat. 
burrow
burrow
[Sustantivo]

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

madriguera, conejera

madriguera, conejera

Ex: The rabbit disappeared into its burrow, seeking refuge from the approaching storm. 
omnivore
omnivore
[Sustantivo]

an animal that eats both plant and animal matter

omnívoro

omnívoro

Ex: Bears are omnivores, consuming berries as well as fish. 
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 mother hen clucked softly to her brood of chicks, guiding them to a patch of grass for foraging. 
pincer
pincer
[Sustantivo]

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

tenaza

tenaza

Ex: The crab scuttled across the sand, its powerful pincers snapping defensively at any perceived threat. 
fang
fang
[Sustantivo]

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

colmillo, diente

colmillo, diente

Ex: The lion's sharp fangs help it catch and kill prey. 
shoal
shoal
[Sustantivo]

a large number of fish swimming together

banco

banco

Ex: As the fishermen approached, they noticed a massive shoal of shimmering sardines swirling beneath the surface of the water. 
fauna
fauna
[Sustantivo]

the animals of a particular geological period or region

fauna

fauna

Ex: Exploring the lush forest, we encountered a remarkable fauna of colorful birds, elusive mammals, and vibrant insects. 
zooplankton
zooplankton
[Sustantivo]

microscopic animals that float in bodies of water, serving as an important food source for many aquatic organisms

zooplancton, plancton animal

zooplancton, plancton animal

Ex: Zooplankton are an essential component of marine ecosystems, comprising a diverse array of tiny organisms such as copepods, krill, and jellyfish. 
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: Cetaceans, including whales, dolphins, and porpoises, are a group of marine mammals adapted for life in the ocean. 
to graze
to graze
[Verbo]

(of sheep, cows, etc.) to feed on the grass in a field

pastar

pastar

Ex: The sheep were allowed to graze freely in the meadow. 
pelt
pelt
[Sustantivo]

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

piel

piel

Ex: The hunter proudly displayed the pelt of the wolf he had captured, its thick fur a testament to its strength and resilience. 
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