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Scienze ACT - Zoology

Qui imparerai alcune parole inglesi relative alla zoologia, come "larvale", "artiglio", "ungulato", ecc. che ti aiuteranno a superare i tuoi ACT.

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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 they incubate their eggs and raise their chicks .Gli uccelli rapaci come le aquile costruiscono grandi nidi dove **incubano** le uova e allevano i loro pulcini.
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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 chicks hatching in the nest high up in the tree .L'ornitologo ha documentato il raro evento dei pulcini d'aquila **schiusi** nel nido in cima all'albero.
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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 di uova per deposizione

dimensione della covata, numero di uova per deposizione

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invertebrate
[aggettivo]

(of an animal) lacking a spinal column or notochord

invertebrati

invertebrati

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marine
[aggettivo]

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

marino

marino

Ex: Marine biology focuses on studying the organisms and environments of the ocean .La biologia **marina** si concentra sullo studio degli organismi e degli ambienti dell'oceano.
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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 as mammals because they nurse their young .Gli esseri umani sono classificati come **mammiferi** perché allattano i loro piccoli.
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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: Some amphibians, such as the African clawed frog , are commonly kept as pets in home aquariums .Alcuni **anfibi**, come la rana artigliata africana, sono comunemente tenuti come animali domestici negli acquari di casa.
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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 the rodent family and are known for their quills used as defense mechanisms .I **roditori**, sebbene non siano comunemente considerati tali, i porcospini sono classificati nella famiglia dei roditori e sono noti per i loro aculei usati come meccanismi di difesa.
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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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feline
[sostantivo]

any animal in the cat family

felino

felino

Ex: The zoo exhibited various felines, including cheetahs and leopards .Lo zoo ha esposto vari **felini**, inclusi ghepardi e leopardi.
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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 .I **rettili** sono a sangue freddo e si affidano a fonti di calore esterne per regolare la loro temperatura corporea.
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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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ungulate
[sostantivo]

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

ungulato, mammifero ungulato

ungulato, mammifero ungulato

Ex: Conservationists are working to protect endangered ungulates from habitat loss and poaching .I conservazionisti stanno lavorando per proteggere gli **ungulati** in pericolo dalla perdita dell'habitat e dal bracconaggio.
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waterfowl
[sostantivo]

any aquatic bird, especially a game bird of fresh waters

uccelli acquatici

uccelli acquatici

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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

sfinge, falena sfinge

sfinge, falena sfinge

Ex: The caterpillar of the hawkmoth eventually pupates into a swift and agile adult moth .Il bruco dello **sfinge** alla fine si impupa in una falena adulta veloce e agile.
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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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oyster
[sostantivo]

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

ostrica

ostrica

Ex: She found a beautiful pearl inside the oyster she was eating at the beach .Ha trovato una bellissima perla dentro l'**ostrica** che stava mangiando in spiaggia.
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seabird
[sostantivo]

a bird that lives near the sea

uccelli marini

uccelli marini

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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 interesting crustacean, a small freshwater crayfish , in the stream .Durante la nostra escursione nella natura, abbiamo trovato un interessante **crostaceo**, un piccolo gambero d'acqua dolce, nel ruscello.
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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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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 .Gli **artropodi** mutano il loro esoscheletro man mano che crescono.
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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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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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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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hominid
[sostantivo]

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

ominide, membro della famiglia Hominidae

ominide, membro della famiglia Hominidae

Ex: The discovery of a new hominid species has sparked excitement in the scientific community .La scoperta di una nuova specie **di ominidi** ha suscitato entusiasmo nella comunità scientifica.
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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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simian
[aggettivo]

of or relating to monkeys or apes

simiesco, scimmiesco

simiesco, scimmiesco

Ex: A genetic mutation resulted in simian-like facial features in the newborn baby, prompting further study by medical researchers.Una mutazione genetica ha provocato tratti facciali **simili a quelli delle scimmie** nel neonato, spingendo i ricercatori medici a ulteriori studi.
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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.I turisti a bordo della barca per l'osservazione delle balene rimasero a bocca aperta quando un branco di **orche** nuotò accanto, le loro forme affusolate che fendevano senza sforzo le onde.
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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: Some mollusks, like snails , move slowly using a muscular foot .Alcuni **molluschi**, come le lumache, si muovono lentamente usando un piede muscoloso.
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canine
[sostantivo]

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

canino

canino

Ex: Wolves , a wild 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

tangara, uccello colorato delle Americhe

tangara, uccello colorato delle Americhe

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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 baby skunk played with its siblings , chasing after insects in the tall grass .Con uno sguardo birichino negli occhi, il cucciolo di **moffetta** giocava con i suoi fratelli, inseguendo insetti nell'erba alta.
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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.I **porcospini** sono principalmente animali notturni, che escono di notte per cercare cibo ed evitare i predatori.
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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

aculeo, spina dorsale

aculeo, spina dorsale

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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

ripieno, magazzino vivente

ripieno, magazzino vivente

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palomino
[sostantivo]

a cream or golden horse with a white tail and mane

palomino

palomino

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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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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, tromba

proboscide, tromba

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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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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

conchiglia di vongola, valva di vongola

conchiglia di vongola, valva di vongola

Ex: The scientist examined the growth rings on the clamshell to determine its age .Lo scienziato ha esaminato gli anelli di crescita sulla **conchiglia di vongola** per determinarne l'età.
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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, membro

appendice, membro

Ex: Amphibians often have webbed appendages that aid in swimming and catching prey .Gli anfibi hanno spesso **appendici** palmate che aiutano nel nuoto e nella cattura delle prede.
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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 di pesce

pinna caudale, coda di pesce

Ex: Marine biologists study the anatomy of tail fins to understand how different species navigate underwater .I biologi marini studiano l'anatomia delle **pinne caudali** per capire come diverse specie navigano sott'acqua.
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magnetoreception
[sostantivo]

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

magnetoricezione, percezione magnetica

magnetoricezione, percezione magnetica

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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

elettroricezione, rilevamento elettrico

elettroricezione, rilevamento elettrico

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migratory
[aggettivo]

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

migratorio, migrante

migratorio, migrante

Ex: The conservation efforts aim to protect the habitats of endangered migratory fish species.Gli sforzi di conservazione mirano a proteggere gli habitat delle specie di pesci **migratori** in pericolo di estinzione.
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to pupate
[Verbo]

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

impuparsi, trasformarsi in pupa

impuparsi, trasformarsi in pupa

Ex: The biologist monitored how environmental conditions affected the time it took for the larvae to pupate.Il biologo ha monitorato come le condizioni ambientali influenzassero il tempo necessario alle larve per **impuparsi**.
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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, relativo alla larva

larvale, relativo alla larva

Ex: The larval mosquitoes thrive in standing water before maturing into adults.Le zanzare **larvali** prosperano in acque stagnanti prima di maturare in adulti.
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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 before breeding.Alcune specie di pesci mostrano colori vivaci e compiono elaborati rituali di corteggiamento prima di **riprodursi**.
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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 .Il processo di **metamorfosi** negli anfibi include cambiamenti nel sistema respiratorio dalle branchie ai polmoni.
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ornithologist
[sostantivo]

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

ornitologo

ornitologo

Ex: The ornithologist's fieldwork took her to remote rainforests .Il lavoro sul campo dell'**ornitologo** la portò in remote foreste pluviali.
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herpetologist
[sostantivo]

a scientist who studies reptiles and amphibians

erpetologo, erpetologa

erpetologo, erpetologa

Ex: The herpetologist published a comprehensive guide on the amphibians of North America .L'**erpetologo** ha pubblicato una guida completa sugli anfibi del Nord America.
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entomologist
[sostantivo]

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

entomologo

entomologo

Ex: The entomologist's book became a valuable resource for insect enthusiasts .Il libro dell'**entomologo** è diventato una risorsa preziosa per gli appassionati di insetti.
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