Animals - Nouns Relating to Animals

Here you will learn some English nouns relating to animals, such as "quadruped", "varmint", and "fauna".

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Animals

a situation in which a particular animal or plant no longer exists

leash [noun]

a long piece of rope, leather strap or light chain used for guiding and controlling a dog or other animals

Ex: The trainer attached a leash to the collar before starting obedience training .

(in fish or birds) the act of moving to other regions with different climates according to each season

creature [noun]

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

Ex: Conservationists work tirelessly to protect endangered creatures like the black rhinoceros and the Bengal tiger from extinction .
pet [noun]

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

Ex: John wants to adopt a pet from the animal shelter .
animal [noun]

a living thing, like a cat or a dog, that can move and needs food to stay alive, but not a plant or a human

Ex: My son 's favorite animal is the lion .

someone whose job is to look after pets while their owners are away

song [noun]

a unique sound that a bird, an insect or a whale makes

beast [noun]

an animal, usually a wild or dangerous one

Ex: The villagers spoke of a mythical beast in the mountains .
wildness [noun]

the state or quality of being untamed, uncontrolled, or existing in a natural and undomesticated state

stroke [noun]

a gentle, intentional touch, often with the hand, used to comfort, show affection, or provide reassurance

Ex: A gentle stroke on the cheek calmed the child .
mimicry [noun]

the similarity of one animal species to another species or to elements of its environment, providing camouflage or protection from predators

Ex: The fish 's coloration is an example of mimicry that hides it from predators .
bite [noun]

a wound or injury inflicted by the teeth of an animal

Ex: He went to the doctor to treat a bite from a venomous snake .
critter [noun]

a creature, especially a small or domestic animal

Ex: The kids love feeding the backyard critters .
brute [noun]

an animal that is typically large, strong, or violent in nature

Ex: The brute ’s roar shook the ground as it emerged from the shadows .

an animal with four legs, such as dogs, cats, horses, and cows

animals that are kept on a farm, such as cows, pigs, or sheep

Ex: Proper care and feeding are essential for healthy livestock .
varmint [noun]

a small animal, usually a mammal, that is considered a nuisance or a pest

biped [noun]

an organism or creature that has two feet and is capable of walking or standing upright on those feet

animalia [noun]

the taxonomic kingdom consisting of multicellular organisms that are heterotrophic

fauna [noun]

the animals of a particular geological period or region

Ex: The African savanna boasts a diverse fauna , including lions , elephants , and giraffes .

a broad classification of multicellular organisms with diverse characteristics, including all living and extinct animals