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B2 Level Wordlist - Animals

Here you will learn some English words about animals, such as "breed", "species", "cage", etc. prepared for B2 learners.

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breed
breed
[noun]

a particular type of animal or plant that has typically been domesticated by people in a certain way

Ex: The Red Delicious apple breed is famous for its deep red color and sweet flavor .
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to breed
to breed
[Verb]

to make animals produce offspring in a way that is suitable for human beings

Ex: Conservationists work to breed endangered species in captivity to bolster their populations in the wild .
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cage
cage
[noun]

a framework made of metal bars or wires in which animals or birds can be kept

Ex: The rabbit hopped around its cage, nibbling on the fresh vegetables placed inside .
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species
species
[noun]

a group that animals, plants, etc. of the same type which are capable of producing healthy offspring with each other are divided into

Ex: The monarch butterfly is a species of butterfly that migrates thousands of miles each year .
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territory
territory
[noun]

an area occupied by an animal or a group of animals that is defended against others

Ex: The alpha chimpanzee led the group in defending their territory from neighboring troops .
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polar bear

a large white bear which lives in the North Pole and is well-adapted to its icy environment

Ex: Conservation efforts are underway to protect polar bear populations and ensure their survival in the face of environmental challenges .
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owl
owl
[noun]

a type of bird with a round face, large eyes and a loud call that hunts smaller animals mainly during the night

Ex: Conservation efforts are underway to protect owl populations and their habitats from threats such as habitat loss and pesticides .
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ape
ape
[noun]

a tailless animal similar to a monkey, such as chimpanzees and gorillas

Ex: Conservation efforts are crucial to protect endangered ape species from habitat loss and poaching .
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cheetah
cheetah
[noun]

a type of large and wild animal that is from the cat family, can run very fast, and has yellow fur that is covered with small black spots

Ex: Conservation efforts focus on protecting the endangered cheetah population from habitat loss and poaching.
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leopard
leopard
[noun]

a large wild animal from the cat family with yellow fur and hollow black spots

Ex: Conservationists are working hard to protect leopards from poaching and habitat destruction .
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puppy
puppy
[noun]

a young dog, especially one that is less than a year old

Ex: The children giggled as the puppy clumsily explored its new surroundings .
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reindeer
reindeer
[noun]

a type of deer with large antlers in both sexes, mainly living in cold regions

Ex: The reindeer’s thick fur and hooves adapted for snowy terrain make it well-suited for harsh climates .
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squirrel
squirrel
[noun]

a furry animal with a thick tail that lives in trees and feeds on nuts and seeds

Ex: As winter approached , the squirrel diligently gathered acorns and stored them in its burrow .
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tortoise
tortoise
[noun]

a type of turtle that lives on land and moves very slowly, with a large shell on its back

Ex: The Galápagos tortoise is a living testament to the concept of longevity .
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feather
feather
[noun]

any of the light and soft parts covering the body of a bird

Ex: The Native American headdress was adorned with colorful eagle feathers, symbolizing courage and honor .
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paw
paw
[noun]

an animal's foot that typically has a combination of nails, claws, fur, and pads

Ex: The fox carefully placed its injured paw on the ground as it limped through the forest .
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venom
venom
[noun]

a toxic substance produced and secreted by certain animals, typically used for defense or hunting

Ex: Venom from scorpions can be fatal in small doses .
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to bark
to bark
[Verb]

to make a short, loud sound that is typical of a dog

Ex: Last night , the watchdog barked loudly when it heard a noise .
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to chain
to chain
[Verb]

to secure or attach something or someone using a series of connected links

Ex: To prevent any accidents , the heavy machinery was securely chained to the ground during the storm .
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to lay
to lay
[Verb]

(of a bird, insect, fish, etc.) to produce eggs

Ex: In captivity , the parakeet laid eggs several times a year in its nesting box .
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to mate
to mate
[Verb]

(of animals) to have sex for breeding or reproduction

Ex: Do n't disturb animals in the wild when they are trying to mate.
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pack
pack
[noun]

a group of animals of the same type hunting or living together, particularly wolves

Ex: In the Arctic tundra , the pack of snow-white arctic foxes relied on each other for survival during harsh winters .
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domestic
domestic
[Adjective]

(of an animal) capable of living with humans, either on a farm or as a pet in a house

Ex: The care and welfare of domestic livestock are important considerations for farmers and animal owners .
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extinct
extinct
[Adjective]

(of an animal, plant, etc.) not having any living members, either due to natural causes, environmental changes, or human activity

Ex: Conservation efforts aim to protect endangered species and prevent them from becoming extinct.
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mammal
mammal
[noun]

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

Ex: Humans are classified as mammals because they nurse their young .
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reptile
reptile
[noun]

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

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

to capture an animal using an object called a trap

Ex: The pest control expert advised homeowners on how to trap mice using baited snap traps in their basements .
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wildlife
wildlife
[noun]

all wild animals, considered as a whole, living in the natural environment

Ex: The government has enacted laws to protect local wildlife.
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