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A2 Level Wordlist - Animals

Here you will learn some English words about animals, such as "pet", "wild", and "insect", prepared for A2 learners.

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CEFR A2 Vocabulary
pet
pet
[noun]

an animal such as a dog or cat that we keep and care for at home

Ex: In the pet store, you can find various types of pets, such as birds, rodents, and reptiles. 
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lamb
lamb
[noun]

a young sheep, especially one that is under one year

Ex: Mark's family owns a farm with several lambs. 
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camel
camel
[noun]

a large desert animal with a long neck and one or two humps on its back

Ex: In some countries, camels are also raised for their milk and meat. 
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tiger
tiger
[noun]

a type of large and wild animal that is from the cat family, has orange fur and black stripes, and is mostly found in Asia

Ex: John learned that tigers are excellent swimmers. 
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whale
whale
[noun]

a very large animal that lives in the sea, with horizontal tail fin and a blowhole on top of its head for breathing

Ex: During the nature cruise, they encountered a pod of playful dolphins and whales. 
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penguin
penguin
[noun]

a large black-and-white seabird that lives in the Antarctic, and can not fly but uses its wings for swimming

Ex: During their trip to the aquarium, they witnessed penguins diving gracefully in the water. 
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shark
shark
[noun]

‌a large sea fish with a pointed fin on its back and very sharp teeth

Ex: During the boat tour, they saw a group of sharks feeding on fish. 
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insect
insect
[noun]

a small creature such as a bee or ant that has six legs, and generally one or two pairs of wings

Ex: I was observing an insect crawling on the tree bark. 
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fly
fly
[noun]

a small flying insect that has two wings

Ex: I closed the door to keep the flies from entering the house. 
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spider
spider
[noun]

a small creature that spins webs to catch insects for food, with eight legs and two fangs by which poison is injected to its prey

Ex: I learned that spiders help control insect populations in the garden. 
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crocodile
crocodile
[noun]

a large reptile with very big jaws, sharp teeth, short legs, and a hard skin and long tail that lives in rivers and lakes in warmer regions

Ex: I didn't know that crocodiles are excellent swimmers. 
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dolphin
dolphin
[noun]

an intelligent sea mammal that looks like a whale and has a long snout and teeth

Ex: Mark was thrilled to see dolphins leaping out of the water during the boat tour. 
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fox
fox
[noun]

a small to medium-sized carnivorous mammal with a pointed muzzle and bushy tail, often have reddish-brown fur and are known for being clever and adaptable

Ex: Jane read a storybook about a curious fox and its adventures. 
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hamster
hamster
[noun]

a small animal of the rodent family, similar to a mouse, with a short tail and large cheeks for storing food

Ex: His pet hamster loves to run on its exercise wheel. 
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tail
tail
[noun]

the part of the body of an animal, a bird or a fish that sticks out at the back, which can move

Ex: My cat has a long and bushy tail. 
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wool
wool
[noun]

the soft and thick hair that grows on the body of sheep and goats

Ex: His sweater was made of luxurious wool that kept him cozy. 
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egg
egg
[noun]

an oval or rounded object laid by birds, reptiles, fish, or certain invertebrates as part of their reproductive process

Ex: In the aquarium, they watched the fish lay tiny eggs. 
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web
web
[noun]

a net of thin threads made by a spider to catch insects for food

Ex: After a rainstorm, the spider repaired its damaged web with great precision. 
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zoo
zoo
[noun]

a place where many kinds of animals are kept for exhibition, breeding, and protection

Ex: At the zoo, there was a fascinating reptile exhibit with snakes and lizards. 
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deer
deer
[noun]

a large, wild animal with long legs which eats grass and can run very fast, typically the males have horns

Ex: Driving through the national park, we were lucky enough to witness a herd of majestic deer. 
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eagle
eagle
[noun]

a large bird of prey with a sharp beak, long broad wings, and very good sight

Ex: I wish I could see an eagle in the wild someday; they are such majestic creatures. 
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beetle
beetle
[noun]

a large, typically black insect, which has a hard case on its back that covers its wings

Ex: As I lifted the rock, a shiny green beetle scurried away. 
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bee
bee
[noun]

a black and yellow insect that collects nectar and produces wax and honey, which can fly and sting

Ex: Bees are hardworking insects that tirelessly gather resources for their colony. 
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bear
bear
[noun]

a large animal with sharp claws and thick fur, which eats meat, honey, insects, and fruits

Ex: A bear has a thick fur coat to keep warm in cold weather. 
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monkey
monkey
[noun]

a playful and intelligent animal that has a long tail and usually lives in trees and warm countries

Ex: I saw the monkey hanging upside down from a tree branch. 
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butterfly
butterfly
[noun]

a flying insect with a long, thin body and large, typically brightly colored wings

Ex: Butterflies are attracted to nectar-producing flowers for food. 
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mosquito
mosquito
[noun]

a flying insect that bites people and animals and feeds on their blood

Ex: I have some red, itchy marks on my arm from mosquito bites. 
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ladybug
ladybug
[noun]

a small flying insect which is usually red with black spots

Ex: Farmers appreciate ladybugs for their natural pest control abilities in the fields. 
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cockroach
cockroach
[noun]

a large brown insect with a broad body, wings, long legs and antennae, considered a household pest

Ex: Cockroaches are known for their ability to survive in various environments. 
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firefly
firefly
[noun]

a flying insect with a soft body and a tail that shines in the dark

Ex: As the sun set, we were delighted to see fireflies lighting up the night sky. 
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type
type
[noun]

a class or group of people or things that have common characteristics or share particular qualities

Ex: As a teacher, it's essential to understand the learning preferences of different types of students. 
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wild
wild
[Adjective]

(of an animal or plant) living or growing in a natural state, without any human interference

Ex: During the camping trip, we heard the calls of wild birds echoing through the woods. 
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to hunt
to hunt
[Verb]

to pursue wild animals in order to kill or catch them, for sport or food

Ex: In some cultures, people still hunt for their food using traditional methods. 
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to ride
to ride
[Verb]

to sit on and control the movement of an animal, especially a horse

Ex: As a beginner, I was a bit nervous to ride such a large horse. 
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kind
kind
[noun]

a group of people or things that have similar characteristics or share particular qualities

Ex: At the museum, you can explore artifacts and relics from different historical kinds. 
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