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Scienze Naturali SAT - Zoology

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SAT Vocabulary for Natural Sciences
entomologist
[sostantivo]

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

entomologo, entomologa

entomologo, entomologa

Ex: entomologist's book became a valuable resource for insect enthusiasts .
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ornithologist
[sostantivo]

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

ornitologo, ornitologa

ornitologo, ornitologa

Ex: ornithologist's fieldwork took her to remote rainforests .
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herpetologist
[sostantivo]

a scientist who studies reptiles and amphibians

erpetologo, erpetologa

erpetologo, erpetologa

Ex: herpetologist published a comprehensive guide on the amphibians of North America .
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to breed
[Verbo]

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

riprodursi

riprodursi

Ex: Certain fish species display vibrant colors and perform elaborate courtship rituals breeding.
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to hatch
[Verbo]

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

schiudere dal guscio

schiudere dal guscio

Ex: The ornithologist documented the rare event of the eagle hatching in the nest high up in the tree .
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clutch size
[sostantivo]

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

dimensione della covata, numero delle uova

dimensione della covata, numero delle uova

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

incubare

incubare

Ex: Birds of prey like eagles build large nests where incubate their eggs and raise their chicks .
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migratory
[aggettivo]

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

migratorio, migraò

migratorio, migraò

Ex: The conservation efforts aim to protect the habitats of endangered migratory fish species.
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larval
[aggettivo]

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

larvale, a carattere larvale

larvale, a carattere larvale

Ex: The larval mosquitoes thrive in standing water before maturing into adults.
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to pupate
[Verbo]

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

pupa, prepararsi alla pupa

pupa, prepararsi alla pupa

Ex: The biologist monitored how environmental conditions affected the time it took for the larvae pupate.
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invertebrate
[sostantivo]

species that do not possess or cannot develop a spinal column, such as an arthropod, mollusk, etc.

invertebrati

invertebrati

Ex: She studied invertebrates in biology class , including earthworms and jellyfish .
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marine
[aggettivo]

relating to the sea or ocean, especially in terms of the animals and plants that live there

marino, oceanico

marino, oceanico

Ex: The exhibit featured marine creatures from the deep ocean, including bioluminescent species.
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feline
[sostantivo]

any animal in the cat family

felino

felino

Ex: The zoo exhibited felines, including cheetahs and leopards .
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primate
[sostantivo]

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

primate

primate

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mammal
[sostantivo]

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

mammifero

mammifero

Ex: Humans are classified mammals because they nurse their young .
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amphibian
[sostantivo]

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

anfibio

anfibio

Ex: amphibians, such as the African clawed frog , are commonly kept as pets in home aquariums .
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rodent
[sostantivo]

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

roditore

roditore

Ex: Porcupines , although not commonly thought of as rodents , are classified in rodent family and are known for their quills used as defense mechanisms .
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reptile
[sostantivo]

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

rettile

rettile

Ex: Reptiles are cold-blooded and rely on external heat sources to regulate their body temperature .
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arachnid
[sostantivo]

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

aracnide

aracnide

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monotreme
[sostantivo]

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

monotreme

monotreme

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waterfowl
[sostantivo]

any aquatic bird, especially a game bird of fresh waters

uccelli acquatici

uccelli acquatici

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mollusk
[sostantivo]

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

mollusco

mollusco

Ex: mollusks, like snails , move slowly using a muscular foot .
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ungulate
[sostantivo]

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

ungulato, ungulato mammifero

ungulato, ungulato mammifero

Ex: Conservationists are working to protect ungulates from habitat loss and poaching .
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hawkmoth
[sostantivo]

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

falena falco, falena sfinge

falena falco, falena sfinge

Ex: The caterpillar of hawkmoth eventually pupates into a swift and agile adult moth .
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nematode
[sostantivo]

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

nematodi

nematodi

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seabird
[sostantivo]

a bird that lives near the sea

uccelli marini

uccelli marini

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oyster
[sostantivo]

a type of shellfish found in the ocean, known for its hard, irregular shell and prized for the pearls it can produce

ostrica, perla di mare

ostrica, perla di mare

Ex: Some species of oysters are used to create habitats for other marine organisms by oyster reefs .
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crustacean
[sostantivo]

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

crostaceo

crostaceo

Ex: During our nature hike , we found an crustacean, a small freshwater crayfish , in the stream .
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arthropod
[sostantivo]

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

artropode

artropode

Ex: Arthropods molt their exoskeletons as they grow larger .
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magpie
[sostantivo]

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

gazza

gazza

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locust
[sostantivo]

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

locusta

locusta

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simian
[sostantivo]

a primate of the group that includes monkeys, apes, and humans

simiano, primate

simiano, primate

Ex: Conservation efforts are essential to protect simians from habitat destruction .
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macaque
[sostantivo]

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

macaco

macaco

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barnacle
[sostantivo]

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

cirripede

cirripede

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hominid
[sostantivo]

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

ominide, hominide

ominide, hominide

Ex: The discovery of a hominid species has sparked excitement in the scientific community .
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echidna
[sostantivo]

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

echidna

echidna

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beaver
[sostantivo]

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

castoro

castoro

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orca
[sostantivo]

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

orca

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.
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canine
[sostantivo]

a mammal with claws that can't retract and often has a long snout, and often used for companionship, hunting, or guarding purposes

canino

canino

Ex: Wolves , a canine species , exhibit complex social structures and hunting strategies that fascinate wildlife biologists .
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plover
[sostantivo]

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

piviere

piviere

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quail
[sostantivo]

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

quaglia

quaglia

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sea urchin
[sostantivo]

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

ricci di mare

ricci di mare

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tanager
[sostantivo]

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

tanager, tangara

tanager, tangara

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skunk
[sostantivo]

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

moffetta

moffetta

Ex: With a mischievous glint in its eyes , the skunk played with its siblings , chasing after insects in the tall grass .
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humpback whale
[sostantivo]

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

megattera

megattera

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porcupine
[sostantivo]

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

porcospino

porcospino

Ex: Porcupines are primarily nocturnal animals, venturing out at night to forage for food and avoid predators.
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palomino
[sostantivo]

a cream or golden horse with a white tail and mane

palomino

palomino

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replete
[sostantivo]

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, inserviente

repleto, inserviente

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quill
[sostantivo]

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

punta, aculeo

punta, aculeo

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tentacle
[sostantivo]

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

tentacolo

tentacolo

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tail fin
[sostantivo]

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

pinna caudale, coda del pesce

pinna caudale, coda del pesce

Ex: Marine biologists study the anatomy tail fins to understand how different species navigate underwater .
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talon
[sostantivo]

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

artiglio

artiglio

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proboscis
[sostantivo]

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

proboscide, succhiello

proboscide, succhiello

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snout
[sostantivo]

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

muso

muso

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clamshell
[sostantivo]

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

coni cremosi, guscio di vongola

coni cremosi, guscio di vongola

Ex: The scientist examined the growth rings on clamshell to determine its age .
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appendage
[sostantivo]

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

appendice, accessorio

appendice, accessorio

Ex: Amphibians often have appendages that aid in swimming and catching prey .
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electroreception
[sostantivo]

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

elettrocezione, elettrosensazione

elettrocezione, elettrosensazione

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magnetoreception
[sostantivo]

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

magnetorecezione, magnetoresponsività

magnetorecezione, magnetoresponsività

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metamorphosis
[sostantivo]

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

metamorfosi, trasformazione

metamorfosi, trasformazione

Ex: The process of metamorphosis in amphibians includes changes in the respiratory system from gills to lungs.
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