Animals - Animal Coverings

Here you will learn some words related to animal coverings in English such as "scale", "down", and "fleece".

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[noun]

the thick, soft hair that grows on the body of some animals such as cats, dogs, etc.

[noun]

each of the thin hard plates that cover the surface of the body of a fish or reptile

[noun]

the smooth fluffy feathers of a bird

[noun]

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

[noun]

the coat of wool that covers the body of an animal such as a sheep, goat, etc.

[noun]

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

Ex: The wool from the sheep was used to make warm blankets .

[noun]

the feathers of a bird covering its body

[noun]

the thin layer of tissue that covers the body of a person or an animal

[noun]

the hard outer covering that supports the body of an animal, such as an arthropod

[noun]

the skin of an animal with the fur, wool, or hair still covering it

Ex: Conservation efforts aim to combat poaching and regulate the trade in pelts to protect vulnerable species and preserve biodiversity .

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