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Ciencias ACT - Zoology

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ACT Vocabulary for Science

to keep an egg in a favorable condition to help it develop until it hatches

incubar

incubar

Ex: Birds of prey like eagles build large nests where they incubate their eggs and raise their chicks .Las aves de rapiña como las águilas construyen grandes nidos donde **incuban** sus huevos y crían a sus polluelos.
to hatch
[Verbo]

(of birds, fish, etc.) to come out of an egg

salir del cascarón

salir del cascarón

Ex: The ornithologist documented the rare event of the eagle chicks hatching in the nest high up in the tree .El ornitólogo documentó el raro evento de los polluelos de águila **eclosionando** en el nido en lo alto del árbol.
clutch size
[Sustantivo]

the number of eggs or offspring produced by a single reproductive effort, typically by a bird, reptile, or insect

tamaño de la nidada, número de huevos por puesta

tamaño de la nidada, número de huevos por puesta

invertebrate
[Adjetivo]

(of an animal) lacking a spinal column or notochord

invertebrado

invertebrado

marine
[Adjetivo]

related to the sea and the different life forms that exist there

marino, naval

marino, naval

Ex: Marine biology focuses on studying the organisms and environments of the ocean .La biología **marina** se centra en el estudio de los organismos y los entornos del océano.
mammal
[Sustantivo]

a class of animals to which humans, cows, lions, etc. belong, have warm blood, fur or hair and typically produce milk to feed their young

mamífero

mamífero

Ex: Humans are classified as mammals because they nurse their young .Los humanos están clasificados como **mamíferos** porque amamantan a sus crías.
amphibian
[Sustantivo]

any cold-blooded animal with the ability to live both on land and in water, such as toads, frogs, etc.

anfibio

anfibio

Ex: Some amphibians, such as the African clawed frog , are commonly kept as pets in home aquariums .Algunos **anfibios**, como la rana de uñas africana, se mantienen comúnmente como mascotas en acuarios domésticos.
rodent
[Sustantivo]

any small mammal with a pair of strong front teeth, such as mice, hamsters, rats, etc.

roedor

roedor

Ex: Porcupines , although not commonly thought of as rodents , are classified in the rodent family and are known for their quills used as defense mechanisms .Los **roedores**, aunque no se piensa comúnmente en ellos como tales, los puercoespines están clasificados en la familia de los roedores y son conocidos por sus púas utilizadas como mecanismos de defensa.
primate
[Sustantivo]

any mammalian animal that belongs to the same group as humans, such as monkeys, apes, lemurs, etc.

primate

primate

feline
[Sustantivo]

any animal in the cat family

felino

felino

Ex: The zoo exhibited various felines, including cheetahs and leopards .El zoológico exhibió varios **félidos**, incluyendo guepardos y leopardos.
reptile
[Sustantivo]

a class of animals to which crocodiles, lizards, etc. belong, characterized by having cold blood and scaly skin

reptil

reptil

Ex: Reptiles are cold-blooded and rely on external heat sources to regulate their body temperature .Los **reptiles** son de sangre fría y dependen de fuentes de calor externas para regular su temperatura corporal.
arachnid
[Sustantivo]

a class of terrestrial arthropods that breathe air and have four pairs of limbs, such as spiders, scorpions, etc.

arácnidos

arácnidos

ungulate
[Sustantivo]

a hoofed mammal, typically herbivorous, which includes animals such as horses, cows, deer, and elephants

ungulado, mamífero ungulado

ungulado, mamífero ungulado

Ex: Conservationists are working to protect endangered ungulates from habitat loss and poaching .Los conservacionistas están trabajando para proteger a los **ungulados** en peligro de extinción de la pérdida de hábitat y la caza furtiva.
waterfowl
[Sustantivo]

any aquatic bird, especially a game bird of fresh waters

ave acuática

ave acuática

hawkmoth
[Sustantivo]

a type of moth belonging to the family Sphingidae, known for their rapid flight and ability to hover while feeding on nectar from flowers

esfinge, polilla halcón

esfinge, polilla halcón

Ex: The caterpillar of the hawkmoth eventually pupates into a swift and agile adult moth .La oruga del **esfíngido** eventualmente se convierte en una polilla adulta rápida y ágil.
nematode
[Sustantivo]

any long and cylindrical worm with a segmented body that is either parasitic or free-living

gusano redondo, gusano cilíndrico

gusano redondo, gusano cilíndrico

oyster
[Sustantivo]

a type of shellfish that can be eaten both raw and cooked, some of which contain pearls inside

ostra

ostra

Ex: She found a beautiful pearl inside the oyster she was eating at the beach .Encontró una hermosa perla dentro de la **ostra** que estaba comiendo en la playa.
seabird
[Sustantivo]

a bird that lives near the sea

ave marina

ave marina

crustacean
[Sustantivo]

a sea creature with a hard shell and jointed legs such as crabs and lobsters

crustáceo

crustáceo

Ex: During our nature hike , we found an interesting crustacean, a small freshwater crayfish , in the stream .Durante nuestra caminata por la naturaleza, encontramos un **crustáceo** interesante, un pequeño cangrejo de río, en el arroyo.
monotreme
[Sustantivo]

any mammal that lays eggs and is only found in Australia, such as platypus

monotremata

monotremata

arthropod
[Sustantivo]

an invertebrate animal with a segmented body and a chitinous exoskeleton, such as a spider, crab, etc.

artrópodo

artrópodo

Ex: Arthropods molt their exoskeletons as they grow larger .Los **artrópodos** mudan su exoesqueleto a medida que crecen.
magpie
[Sustantivo]

a black-and-white crow with a long tail that is noted for its intelligence

urraca

urraca

locust
[Sustantivo]

a large grasshopper that lives in hot countries and flies in large swarms, destroying crops

langosta

langosta

barnacle
[Sustantivo]

a marine arthropod with an external shell that attaches itself to a surface and feeds on particles that are in the water

bálano

bálano

macaque
[Sustantivo]

a type of monkey that belongs to the Old World monkey family, characterized by their long tails, cheek pouches

macaco

macaco

hominid
[Sustantivo]

a member of the biological family Hominidae, which includes humans, their ancestors, and other great apes like chimpanzees, gorillas, and orangutans

homínido, miembro de la familia Hominidae

homínido, miembro de la familia Hominidae

Ex: The discovery of a new hominid species has sparked excitement in the scientific community .El descubrimiento de una nueva especie **de homínidos** ha generado entusiasmo en la comunidad científica.
echidna
[Sustantivo]

a small egg-laying mammal that is covered in spines, has a pointed snout and originates from Australia

equidna

equidna

beaver
[Sustantivo]

a semiaquatic rodent with a wide tail and strong teeth that builds dams across streams and is mainly found in the Northern hemisphere

castor

castor

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.
orca
[Sustantivo]

a large, black-and-white marine mammal known for its social behavior, intelligence, and adaptability, found in oceans worldwide and known as an apex predator

orca, ballena asesina

orca, ballena asesina

Ex: Tourists aboard the whale-watching boat gasped in awe as a pod of orcas swam alongside, their sleek forms slicing effortlessly through the waves.Los turistas a bordo del barco de avistamiento de ballenas quedaron boquiabiertos cuando un grupo de **orcas** nadó junto a ellos, sus formas elegantes cortando sin esfuerzo las olas.
mollusk
[Sustantivo]

any invertebrate that lives in aquatic or damp habitats and has a soft unsegmented body, often covered with a shell

molusco

molusco

Ex: Some mollusks, like snails , move slowly using a muscular foot .Algunos **moluscos**, como los caracoles, se mueven lentamente usando un pie muscular.
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 .
plover
[Sustantivo]

a small shorebird with a short hard-tipped bill and a stout build

chorlito

chorlito

quail
[Sustantivo]

a small ground-dwelling bird of passage with brownish plumage that has a short tail and is hunted by people

codorniz

codorniz

sea urchin
[Sustantivo]

a small marine animal that is covered with spines and has a round shell, harvested for food

erizo de mar

erizo de mar

tanager
[Sustantivo]

a colorful bird species found in the Americas, known for its vibrant plumage, melodious songs, and important ecological role in seed dispersal

tangara, ave colorida de las Américas

tangara, ave colorida de las Américas

skunk
[Sustantivo]

a small mammal belonging to the weasel family with black and white stripes that can produce a strong unpleasant smell when attacked, native to North America

mofeta

mofeta

Ex: With a mischievous glint in its eyes , the baby skunk played with its siblings , chasing after insects in the tall grass .Con un brillo travieso en sus ojos, el bebé **mofeta** jugaba con sus hermanos, persiguiendo insectos en la hierba alta.
porcupine
[Sustantivo]

an animal with sharp needle-like parts on its body and tail, used for protection

puercoespín

puercoespín

Ex: Porcupines are primarily nocturnal animals, venturing out at night to forage for food and avoid predators.Los **puercoespines** son principalmente animales nocturnos, que salen por la noche para buscar comida y evitar a los depredadores.
quill
[Sustantivo]

a sharp, stiff, hollow spine found on the body of porcupines or hedgehogs, serving as a defensive mechanism against predators

púa, espina dorsal

púa, espina dorsal

replete
[Sustantivo]

a specialized caste of social insects, such as ants or termites, that are engorged with food and serve as living food storage units within the colony

repleto, almacén viviente

repleto, almacén viviente

palomino
[Sustantivo]

a cream or golden horse with a white tail and mane

palomino

palomino

humpback whale
[Sustantivo]

a large marine mammal known for its distinctive appearance, acrobatic behavior, and complex songs

ballena jorobada

ballena jorobada

proboscis
[Sustantivo]

a long, tubular feeding organ found in many insects, such as butterflies, moths, and flies, which is used to suck up nectar, other liquids, or in some cases, blood

trompa, probóscide

trompa, probóscide

talon
[Sustantivo]

a long, sharp nail on the foot of some birds, especially birds of prey

garra

garra

snout
[Sustantivo]

the long and protruding facial part of an animal which comprises its nose and mouth, especially in a mammal

hocico

hocico

clamshell
[Sustantivo]

the bivalve shell of a clam, characterized by two symmetrical halves that hinge together

concha de almeja, valva de almeja

concha de almeja, valva de almeja

Ex: The scientist examined the growth rings on the clamshell to determine its age .El científico examinó los anillos de crecimiento en la **concha de almeja** para determinar su edad.
appendage
[Sustantivo]

any external body part that protrudes from an organism's main body, often used to describe limbs, antennae, or other structures

apéndice, miembro

apéndice, miembro

Ex: Amphibians often have webbed appendages that aid in swimming and catching prey .Los anfibios a menudo tienen **apéndices** palmeados que ayudan a nadar y atrapar presas.
tentacle
[Sustantivo]

any of the various flexible limbs of an animal, especially an invertebrate, which enable it to move or hold things

tentáculo

tentáculo

tail fin
[Sustantivo]

the posterior part of a fish or aquatic animal's body, composed of fins that provide propulsion and maneuverability

aleta caudal, cola de pez

aleta caudal, cola de pez

Ex: Marine biologists study the anatomy of tail fins to understand how different species navigate underwater .Los biólogos marinos estudian la anatomía de las **aletas caudales** para entender cómo diferentes especies navegan bajo el agua.
magnetoreception
[Sustantivo]

the biological ability of certain organisms to perceive and orient themselves based on the Earth's magnetic field

magnetorrecepción, percepción magnética

magnetorrecepción, percepción magnética

electroreception
[Sustantivo]

the biological ability of certain animals to detect electrical fields in their environment to locate prey, navigate, and communicate

electrorrecepción, detección eléctrica

electrorrecepción, detección eléctrica

migratory
[Adjetivo]

(of animals or birds) moving from one place to another, often with the changing seasons

migratorio

migratorio

Ex: The conservation efforts aim to protect the habitats of endangered migratory fish species.Los esfuerzos de conservación tienen como objetivo proteger los hábitats de las especies de peces **migratorios** en peligro de extinción.
to pupate
[Verbo]

to transform from the larval stage into a pupa during an insect's development

pupar, transformarse en pupa

pupar, transformarse en pupa

Ex: The biologist monitored how environmental conditions affected the time it took for the larvae to pupate.El biólogo monitoreó cómo las condiciones ambientales afectaban el tiempo que tardaban las larvas en **pupar**.
larval
[Adjetivo]

relating to or characteristic of the larva stage, which is an early, immature form of an animal that undergoes metamorphosis

larval, relativo a la larva

larval, relativo a la larva

Ex: The larval mosquitoes thrive in standing water before maturing into adults.Los mosquitos **larvales** prosperan en aguas estancadas antes de convertirse en adultos.
to breed
[Verbo]

(of an animal) to have sex and give birth to young

reproducirse

reproducirse

Ex: Certain fish species display vibrant colors and perform elaborate courtship rituals before breeding.Ciertas especies de peces muestran colores vibrantes y realizan elaborados rituales de cortejo antes de **reproducirse**.
metamorphosis
[Sustantivo]

a biological process in which an animal undergoes a significant change in form and structure during its life cycle, typically seen in insects, amphibians, and other animals

metamorfosis, transformación

metamorfosis, transformación

Ex: The process of metamorphosis in amphibians includes changes in the respiratory system from gills to lungs .El proceso de **metamorfosis** en los anfibios incluye cambios en el sistema respiratorio, de branquias a pulmones.
ornithologist
[Sustantivo]

a scientist who specializes in the study of birds, including their behavior, ecology, and evolution

ornitólogo

ornitólogo

Ex: The ornithologist's fieldwork took her to remote rainforests .El trabajo de campo del **ornitólogo** la llevó a selvas tropicales remotas.
herpetologist
[Sustantivo]

a scientist who studies reptiles and amphibians

herpetólogo, herpetóloga

herpetólogo, herpetóloga

Ex: The herpetologist published a comprehensive guide on the amphibians of North America .El **herpetólogo** publicó una guía completa sobre los anfibios de América del Norte.
entomologist
[Sustantivo]

a scientist who specializes in the study of insects, including their behavior, ecology, and classification

entomólogo

entomólogo

Ex: The entomologist's book became a valuable resource for insect enthusiasts .El libro del **entomólogo** se convirtió en un recurso valioso para los entusiastas de los insectos.
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