C2 Woordenlijst - Dieren

Hier leert u alle essentiële woorden om over Dieren te praten, speciaal verzameld voor leerlingen van niveau C2.

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crepuscular

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

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

schemerig, tweedetijd-activiteit

Ex: Wildlife photographers set up their cameras before sunrise , eager to capture the elusive beauty crepuscular creatures in their natural habitats .

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oviparous

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

producing eggs that develop and hatch outside the body

eierleggend, ovipaar

Ex: Oviparous reproduction is common among many invertebrates , including insects and arachnids .

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simian

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

of or relating to monkeys or apes

aapachtig, primaats

Ex: A genetic mutation resulted in simian-like facial features in the newborn baby, prompting further study by medical researchers.

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arboreal

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

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

boombewonend, bomenlevend

Ex: As agile arboreal reptiles, many lizard species in tropical forests exhibit long tails and limbs adapted for grasping to efficiently traverse the layered tangles of branches.

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ectothermic

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

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

ectotherm, koudbloedig

Ex: Insects , ectothermic, are highly dependent on external heat sources to regulate their body temperature .

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equine

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

relating to horses or members of the horse family

paardachtig, paard-

Ex: Equine nutrition plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and well-being of horses .

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piscivorous

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

feeding primarily on fish

vissend, visetend

Ex: Piscivorous reptiles , such as crocodiles , hunt fish in aquatic habitats .

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terrestrial

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

related to or living on land, rather than in the sea or air

terrestisch, aards

Ex: Scientists terrestrial biomes to understand how different climates and terrains affect the distribution of land-based organisms .

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tame

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

(of an animal) fit to live with people and not afraid of them

tam, zachtaardig

Ex: At the wildlife sanctuary , some animals had tame due to their regular interactions with the caregivers .

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nocturnal

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

(of animals or organisms) primarily active during the night

nachtelijk, nachtactief

Ex: Mosquitoes are nocturnal pests , becoming most active after dusk .

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bovine

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

relating to or characteristic of cows or cattle

bovien, runderen

Ex: Ranchers employ various bovine management techniques to ensure the efficient and ethical care of their livestock.

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avian

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

relating to or characteristic of birds

vogel-, vogelachtig

Ex: avian respiratory system is highly efficient , allowing birds to extract oxygen during both inhalation and exhalation .

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viviparous

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

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

levendbarend, levendgebarend

Ex: The study viviparous organisms provides insights into the diverse reproductive strategies found in the animal kingdom .

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diurnal

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

primarily active or occurring during the daytime

dagactief, overdag actief

Ex: Hikers diurnal adventures , taking advantage of daylight to explore trails and enjoy nature .

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ovoviviparous

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

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

ovovivipaar, eierlevendbarend

Ex: ovoviviparous reproduction method is common among certain marine animals .

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insectivorous

[bijvoeglijk naamwoord]

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

insectenetend, insecteneter

Ex: Anteaters are insectivorous mammals , using their long tongues to feed on ants and termites .

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canine

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

hond, canide

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

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estivation

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

estivatie, zomerslaap

Ex: Estivation is a vital survival strategy for many desert-dwelling creatures .

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burrow

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

hol, burcht

Ex: Moles create burrow networks underground , making it difficult for gardeners to maintain their lawns .

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omnivore

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an animal or person that feeds on a wide range of both plants and meat

omnivoor, alleseter

Ex: The panda is a omnivore, consuming bamboo shoots as well as small animals .

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brood

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

nageslacht, broed

Ex: The birdwatchers were thrilled to spot an owl with brood of fledglings perched high in the treetops .

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pincer

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

tang, schaar

Ex: While exploring the tide pools , the children were cautious of the small crabspincers, which could deliver a sharp pinch if provoked .

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fang

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

one of the two long and sharp teeth that some animals such as dogs, wolfs, or snakes have

tand, s peer

Ex: The zookeeper explained that the lionfangs are crucial for hunting and securing a firm grip on its prey .

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shoal

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a large number of fish swimming together

schools, schoal

Ex: Seabirds dove into the water , eager to feast on the shoal of anchovies migrating along the coast .

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fauna

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the animals of a particular geological period or region

fauna, dierenwereld

Ex: Climate change poses a threat to the fauna, endangering species like polar bears and Arctic foxes .

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zooplankton

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

microscopic animals that float in bodies of water, serving as an important food source for many aquatic organisms

zoöplankton, dierplankton

Ex: Commercial fisheries zooplankton as a primary food source for economically important species like fish and whales , highlighting their ecological significance .

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cetacean

[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

cetaceaan, walvisachtig

Ex: Conservation efforts are crucial for cetaceans from threats such as habitat degradation , pollution , and entanglement in fishing gear .

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to graze

[werkwoord]

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