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Cambridge English: CPE (C2 Proficiency)
bovine
[Adjectif]

relating to or characteristic of cows or cattle

bovin

bovin

Ex: Ranchers employ various bovine management techniques to ensure the efficient and ethical care of their livestock.Les éleveurs utilisent diverses techniques de gestion **bovine** pour assurer des soins efficaces et éthiques à leur bétail.
bevy
[nom]

a group of birds, especially quails or larks, that are typically seen or kept together

une compagnie, une volée

une compagnie, une volée

a rigid covering that shields the back or upper body of creatures like turtles, crabs, and beetles

carapace, dossière

carapace, dossière

carrion
[nom]

the decaying flesh of dead animals, often consumed by scavengers

charogne

charogne

Ex: The stench of carrion attracted scavengers from miles away .**L'odeur de charogne** attirait les charognards de kilomètres à la ronde.
aerie
[nom]

a nest built high on a cliff, tree, or other elevated location by eagles, hawks, or falcons

aire, nid d'aigle

aire, nid d'aigle

ciliated
[Adjectif]

having fine, hairlike projections called cilia along a margin or surface

cilié, muni de cils

cilié, muni de cils

Ex: The worm 's ciliated epidermis helps it glide through moist soil .L'épiderme **cilié** du ver l'aide à glisser dans le sol humide.
fauna
[nom]

the animals of a particular geological period or region

faune

faune

Ex: Climate change poses a threat to the Arctic fauna, endangering species like polar bears and Arctic foxes .Le changement climatique représente une menace pour la **faune** arctique, mettant en danger des espèces comme les ours polaires et les renards arctiques.
feral
[Adjectif]

(of animals) having returned to a wild state

sauvage

sauvage

a facility or enclosure where wild or exotic animals are kept for exhibition

ménagerie

ménagerie

prehensile
[Adjectif]

(of body parts) capable of gripping or holding

préhensile

préhensile

Ex: The lizard 's prehensile tongue snapped out to catch prey .La langue **préhensile** du lézard s'est détendue pour attraper une proie.
simian
[Adjectif]

of or relating to monkeys or apes

simiesque, simien

simiesque, simien

Ex: A genetic mutation resulted in simian-like facial features in the newborn baby, prompting further study by medical researchers.Une mutation génétique a entraîné des traits faciaux **simiens** chez le nouveau-né, incitant les chercheurs médicaux à poursuivre leurs études.
critter
[nom]

a creature, especially a small or domestic animal

créature, animal

créature, animal

a marine mollusk with a broad body, internal shell, and the ability to rapidly change color and texture

seiche

seiche

darter
[nom]

an aquatic bird with a long neck, slender body, and sharp bill, known for diving swiftly to catch fish

anhinga, oiseau-serpent

anhinga, oiseau-serpent

dander
[nom]

tiny flakes from animal skin, hair, or feathers that can trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals

pellicules animales, squames animales

pellicules animales, squames animales

Mastiff
[nom]

a large, powerful breed of dog known for its muscular build, broad head, and protective nature

mastiff

mastiff

quarry
[nom]

an animal pursued by a hunter or predator as prey

proie, gibier

proie, gibier

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