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arboreal
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ectothermic
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equine
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piscivorous
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terrestrial
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tame
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nocturnal
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bovine
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avian
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viviparous
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diurnal
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ovoviviparous
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insectivorous
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canine
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estivation
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burrow
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omnivore
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brood
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pincer
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fang
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shoal
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fauna
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zooplankton
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cetacean
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to graze
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crepuscular
Adjective
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(of an animal) active during the twilight hours of dawn and dusk

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The crepuscular deer emerged from the forest as the sun began to set, grazing peacefully in the meadow.
Birdwatchers gathered at the nature reserve at dawn, hoping to catch a glimpse of the crepuscular owls returning to their roosts.
oviparous
Adjective
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v
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producing eggs that develop and hatch outside the body

ovoviviparous
simian
Adjective
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m
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ia
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of or relating to monkeys or apes

arboreal
Adjective
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(of animals) adapted to or living high in trees, rather than on the ground

nonarboreal
ectothermic
Adjective
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th
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m
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relating to or denoting animals that regulate their body temperature by external sources, such as the surrounding environment

equine
Adjective
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relating to horses or members of the horse family

piscivorous
Adjective
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feeding primarily on fish

terrestrial
Adjective
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ɜ
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r
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ɛ
s
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r
r
ia
l
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related to or living on land, rather than in the sea or air

tame
tame
Adjective
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a
m
m
e

(of an animal) fit to live with people and not afraid of them

wild
nocturnal
nocturnal
Adjective
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n
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c
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n
a
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l
l

(of animals or organisms) primarily active during the night

diurnal
bovine
bovine
Adjective
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n
n
e

relating to or characteristic of cows or cattle

avian
Adjective
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ia
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relating to or characteristic of birds

viviparous
Adjective
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p
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ɜ
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(of animals) giving birth to developed babies instead of laying eggs

oviparous
diurnal
Adjective
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iu
aɪɜ
r
r
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a
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primarily active or occurring during the daytime

nocturnal
ovoviviparous
Adjective
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v
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v
v
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ɪ
p
p
a
ɜ
r
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(of an animal) giving birth to live offspring that have developed from eggs inside the mother's body

viviparous
insectivorous
Adjective
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ɪ
n
n
s
s
e
ɛ
c
k
t
t
i
ɪ
v
v
o
ɜ
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feeding on or adapted to a diet that consists primarily or exclusively of insects

carnivorous
canine
canine
noun
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a mammal with claws that can't retract and often has a long snout, and often used for companionship, hunting, or guarding purposes

estivation
noun
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ɛ
s
s
t
t
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ɪ
v
v
a
t
ʃ
io
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a summer hibernation for animals to conserve energy during hot and dry conditions

burrow
burrow
noun
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b
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a hole that an animal digs in the ground to use as a shelter

omnivore
omnivore
noun
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an animal or person that feeds on a wide range of both plants and meat

What is an "omnivore"?

An omnivore is an animal that consumes both plants and animals as part of its diet. This is in contrast to herbivores, which primarily consume plants, and carnivores, which primarily consume meat. Omnivores have a more varied diet than either of these two types of animals, as they are able to derive nutrients from both plant and animal sources. Some examples of omnivores include humans, bears, pigs, raccoons, and many species of birds and fish. Being an omnivore can confer certain advantages in terms of survival and adaptability, as it allows animals to take advantage of a wider range of food sources and environments. However, it can also present challenges, as the digestive systems of omnivores must be able to process both plant and animal matter, which can be quite different in terms of nutrient composition and other characteristics.

brood
brood
noun
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b
r
r
oo
u
d
d

all the young of a bird hatched at the same time, or the young of an animal cared for together

pincer
pincer
noun
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n
n
c
s
e
ə
r
r

any of the sharp curved organs of an arthropod or insect, such as a crab, lobster, etc.

What is a "pincer"?

A pincer is a gripping organ found in various animals, including some crustaceans, insects, and arachnids. Typically, a pincer consists of two curved and pointed claws that are used to grasp and hold onto objects or prey. The claws are attached to the end of a limb or appendage, which can be moved to bring the claws together or apart. Pincers can vary in size and strength depending on the species, with some being strong enough to crush the shells of small animals or cut through vegetation. In many species, the pincers are also used as a weapon for defense against predators or rivals.

fang
fang
noun
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f
a
æ
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n
g
g

one of the two long and sharp teeth that some animals such as dogs, wolfs, or snakes have

shoal
shoal
noun
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ʃ
oa
l
l

a large number of fish swimming together

fauna
fauna
noun
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f
au
ɔ
n
n
a
ə

the animals of a particular geological period or region

vegetation
zooplankton
zooplankton
noun
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microscopic animals that float in bodies of water, serving as an important food source for many aquatic organisms

What is a "zooplankton"?

Zooplankton refers to small, often microscopic animals that drift in bodies of water, such as oceans, lakes, and rivers. They are an essential component of the aquatic food chain and serve as a primary food source for many larger organisms. Zooplankton comes in various shapes and sizes, ranging from tiny crustaceans to jellyfish larvae. They exhibit diverse feeding strategies, with some being filter feeders, consuming tiny particles suspended in the water, while others are predators, preying on smaller zooplankton or even other microorganisms. Despite their small size, zooplankton plays a vital role in maintaining the balance of marine and freshwater ecosystems, contributing to nutrient cycling and energy transfer.

cetacean
cetacean
noun
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s
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c
ʃ
ea
ə
n
n

a marine mammal that belongs to the group known as Cetacea, which comprises whales, dolphins, and porpoises

What is a "cetacean"?

A cetacean is a marine mammal belonging to the order Cetacea, which includes whales, dolphins, and porpoises. These creatures are known for their streamlined bodies, fin-like limbs, and adaptations for living in water. They possess remarkable abilities such as diving to great depths, communicating through complex behaviors, and using echolocation to navigate and find food. Cetaceans play vital roles in marine ecosystems and are renowned for their elegance and allure in the world's oceans.

to graze
to graze
Verb
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(of sheep, cows, etc.) to feed on the grass in a field

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pelt
noun
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p
e
ɛ
l
l
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t

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

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