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Liste de Mots Niveau C2 - Animaux

Ici, vous apprendrez tous les mots essentiels pour parler des animaux, spécialement rassemblés pour les apprenants de niveau C2.

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CEFR C2 Vocabulary
crepuscular
crepuscular
[Adjectif]

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

crépusculaire, nocturne

crépusculaire, nocturne

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

producing eggs that develop and hatch outside the body

ovipare, qui pond des œufs

ovipare, qui pond des œufs

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

of or relating to monkeys or apes

simiesque, simien

simiesque, simien

Ex: The scientist observed simian behavior in the primate research facility, noting similarities in social interactions and communication among the monkeys. 
arboreal
arboreal
[Adjectif]

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

arboricole, vivant dans les arbres

arboricole, vivant dans les arbres

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
[Adjectif]

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

ectotherme, à sang froid

ectotherme, à sang froid

Ex: Snakes are ectothermic animals, relying on the warmth of their surroundings to regulate their body temperature. 
equine
equine
[Adjectif]

having characteristics, appearance, or behavior similar to a horse

équin

équin

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

feeding primarily on fish

piscivore, qui se nourrit principalement de poissons

piscivore, qui se nourrit principalement de poissons

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

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
[Adjectif]

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

apprivoisé

apprivoisé

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

(of animals or organisms) primarily active during the night

nocturne

nocturne

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

relating to or characteristic of cows or cattle

bovin

bovin

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

relating to or characteristic of birds

avien, relatif aux oiseaux

avien, relatif aux oiseaux

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

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

vivipare

vivipare

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

primarily active or occurring during the daytime

diurne

diurne

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

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

ovovivipare, ovovivipare

ovovivipare, ovovivipare

Ex: The scientist studied the reproductive habits of ovoviviparous animals. 
insectivorous
insectivorous
[Adjectif]

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

insectivore, qui se nourrit d'insectes

insectivore, qui se nourrit d'insectes

Ex: Bats are often considered insectivorous mammals, as they primarily consume insects during their nightly hunts. 
canine
canine
[nom]

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

canidé

canidé

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

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

estivation, sommeil estival

estivation, sommeil estival

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

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

terrier

terrier

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

an animal that eats both plant and animal matter

omnivore, animal omnivore

omnivore, animal omnivore

Ex: Bears are omnivores, consuming berries as well as fish. 
brood
brood
[nom]

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

nichée

nichée

Ex: The mother hen clucked softly to her brood of chicks, guiding them to a patch of grass for foraging. 
pincer
pincer
[nom]

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

pince

pince

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

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

croc

croc

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

a large number of fish swimming together

banc

banc

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

the animals of a particular geological period or region

faune

faune

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

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

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

cétacé, mammifère marin de l'ordre des Cétacés

cétacé, mammifère marin de l'ordre des Cétacés

Ex: Cetaceans, including whales, dolphins, and porpoises, are a group of marine mammals adapted for life in the ocean. 
to graze
to graze
[verbe]

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

pâturer

pâturer

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

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

peau

peau

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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