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B1 Level Wordlist - The Animal Kingdom

Here you will learn some English words about the animal kingdom, such as "giraffe", "crow", "gorilla", etc. prepared for B1 learners.

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CEFR B1 Vocabulary
alligator
[noun]

a large animal living in both water and on land which has strong jaws, a long tail, and sharp teeth

Ex: Signs warning alligator presence reminded hikers to stay vigilant along the trail .
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ant
[noun]

a small insect that lives in a colony

Ex: Ants play a crucial role in the ecosystem by aerating the soil and controlling pests .
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bat
[noun]

a small flying creature that comes out at night

Ex: Bats are fascinating creatures that play a vital role in pollination and seed dispersal .
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rat
[noun]

a large mouse-like animal with a long tail, which spreads diseases

Ex: Some cultures rats as symbols of cunning and resourcefulness , while others consider them harbingers of disease and filth .
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wolf
[noun]

a big and wild animal from the same family as dogs that hunts for food in groups

Ex: wolves, or gray wolves , are found in North America , Eurasia , and the Middle East .
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turtle
[noun]

an animal that has a hard shell around its body and lives mainly in water

Ex: turtle disappeared into its shell when it felt threatened .
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goldfish
[noun]

a small red or orange fish often kept as a pet

Ex: goldfish's vibrant color made it stand out in the aquarium .
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bull
[noun]

any male member of the cow family

Ex: Caution signs warned hikers about the presence of bulls in the pasture , urging them to proceed with care .
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an intelligent ape, with mainly black fur, which has no tail and is native to the forests of western and central Africa

Ex: Despite their close genetic relationship to humanschimpanzees face numerous threats in the wild , including habitat loss and disease outbreaks .
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donkey
[noun]

an animal that is like a horse but has shorter legs and longer ears, and is used for carrying things and riding

Ex: The old barn housed a content group donkeys, providing a picturesque rural scene .
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giraffe
[noun]

a tall animal with a very long neck and long legs that has brown spots on its yellow fur

Ex: Giraffes are iconic symbols of Africa 's wildlife , revered for their unique appearance and gentle demeanor .
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gorilla
[noun]

an African ape which has a large head and short neck that looks like a monkey with no tail

Ex: Gorillas exhibit complex social behaviors , including vocalizations , gestures , and facial expressions , to communicate within their groups .
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rooster
[noun]

an adult male chicken

Ex: In some culturesroosters are symbols of courage , vigilance , and the dawn of a new beginning .
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kangaroo
[noun]

a large Australian animal with a long tail and two strong legs that moves by leaping, female of which can carry its babies in its stomach pocket which is called a pouch

Ex: Kangaroos are herbivores , feeding on grasses , leaves , and shrubs found in their natural habitat .
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snail
[noun]

a small, soft creature which carries a hard shell on its back and moves very slowly

Ex: Despite their slow movementsnails play important roles in ecosystems as decomposers and prey for other animals .
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lizard
[noun]

a group of animals with a long body and tail, a rough skin and two pairs of short legs

Ex: lizards are skilled climbers , using their sharp claws and adhesive toe pads to scale vertical surfaces .
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a small furry animal with rounded ears, short legs and no tail, which is often kept as a pet or for research

Ex: guinea pig squeaked softly as it nibbled on a piece of lettuce in its cage .
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octopus
[noun]

a sea creature with eight, long arms and a soft round body with no internal shell

Ex: Octopuses have three hearts and blue blood , adaptations that help them survive in their underwater environment .
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salmon
[noun]

a silver-colored fish often found in both freshwater and saltwater environments

Ex: The salmon population is declining due to overfishing .
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lobster
[noun]

a sea animal with a shell, a pair of strong, large claws and eight legs

Ex: Lobsters use their powerful claws to defend themselves and catch prey .
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swan
[noun]

a large bird that is normally white, has a long neck and lives on or around water

Ex: swan's majestic wingspan and regal posture make it a captivating sight in flight .
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cobra
[noun]

a highly venomous kind of snake that can flatten its neck when in danger or to scare other animals

Ex: The snake charmer skillfully handled cobra, mesmerizing the audience with his control .
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raccoon
[noun]

a small animal with a thick tail, gray-brown fur and black marks on its face

Ex: Despite their cute appearanceraccoons can be formidable pests , causing damage to property and crops .
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zebra
[noun]

a wild animal that lives in Africa, which is like a horse, with black-and-white stripes on its body

Ex: Zebras exhibit social behavior within their herds , forming strong bonds and cooperating to defend against predators .
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seal
[noun]

a large sea animal with flippers that eats fish, can live on land and in water, and is hunted by humans for its fur

Ex: Seals play a vital role in marine ecosystems as top predators , helping maintain the balance of marine food webs and ecosystems .
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porcupine
[noun]

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

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

a large bird that has a bald head and is often kept for its meat, especially in the US

Ex: In some culturesturkeys are considered symbols of abundance , gratitude , and family gatherings .
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goose
[noun]

a waterbird with webbed feet, a long neck, and short beak, which is like a large duck

Ex: In some culturesgeese are considered symbols of loyalty and vigilance , often depicted in folklore and mythology .
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crow
[noun]

a large bird with black feathers and a loud unpleasant call

Ex: The crow 's loud cawing call is used for communication with crows and as a warning signal to potential threats .
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pigeon
[noun]

a bird with short legs and a short beak which typically has gray and white feathers

Ex: She took a photo of pigeon sitting on a statue .
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cricket
[noun]

an insect known for its chirping sound, found in grassy areas, mostly active at night

Ex: In some regionscrickets are considered a delicacy and are eaten fried or roasted as a protein-rich snack .
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creature
[noun]

any living thing that is able to move on its own, such as an animal, fish, etc.

Ex: The night came alive with the sounds of creatures like owls , bats , and frogs , signaling the start of their active period .
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to bite
[Verb]

to cut into flesh, food, etc. using the teeth

Ex: He could n't resist the temptation and decided bite into the tempting chocolate bar .
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trap
[noun]

an object that can be used to catch an animal

Ex: trap had to be carefully set to work properly .
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an aggressive type of shark that lives in warm and shallow waters near coastlines

Ex: bull shark's ability to tolerate low salinity levels in freshwater makes it one of the few shark species capable of surviving in rivers and lakes .
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