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fauna
1.
fau
na
Noun

the animals of a particular geological period or region

Exploring the lush forest, we encountered a remarkable fauna of colorful birds, elusive mammals, and vibrant insects.

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indigenous
2.
in
di
ge
nous
Adjective

(of animals and plants) found and developed only in a particular place and not been brought from elsewhere

The indigenous flora and fauna of Hawaii are unlike those found anywhere else in the world.

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canine
3.
ca
nine
Noun

a member of the dog family, including domestic dogs, wolves, foxes, and related animals

The German Shepherd, a popular canine breed, is often employed in police work due to its intelligence and loyalty.

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feline
4.
fe
line
Noun

any animal in the cat family

The feline stretched lazily in the sunbeam coming through the window.

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invertebrate
5.
in
ver
teb
rate
Noun

species that do not possess or cannot develop a spinal column, such as an arthropod, mollusk, etc.

Invertebrates like butterflies and ants are vital to garden ecosystems.

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amphibian
6.
am
phi
bian
Noun

any cold-blooded animal with the ability to live both on land and in water, such as toads, frogs, etc.

The frog is a well-known amphibian that lays its eggs in water and undergoes metamorphosis from tadpole to adult.

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exoskeleton
7.
ex
os
ke
le
ton
Noun

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

The beetle's exoskeleton was shiny and tough.

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arthropod
8.
arth
ro
pod
Noun

an invertebrate animal with a segmented body and a chitinous exoskeleton, such as a spider, crab, etc.

Arthropods like ants and beetles are found in almost every habitat.

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reptilian
9.
rep
til
ian
Noun

any cold-blooded animal of the class Reptilia that breathes air and is a vertebrate, such as snakes, frogs, etc.

Snakes and lizards are examples of reptilians.

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mollusk
10.
mo
llusk
Noun

any invertebrate that lives in aquatic or damp habitats and has a soft unsegmented body, often covered with a shell

The beach was scattered with empty mollusk shells.

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vermin
11.
ver
min
Noun

small animals or insects that are believed to be destructive and are difficult to handle when they appear in a considerable number

After the flood, the basement was infested with vermin such as rats and cockroaches.

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carnivore
12.
car
ni
vore
Noun

an animal that feeds on the flesh of other animals

Lions are powerful carnivores that hunt in prides.

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herbivore
13.
her
bi
vore
Noun

any animal that only feeds on plants

Deer and rabbits are herbivores that graze on grass and leaves.

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omnivore
14.
om
ni
vore
Noun

an animal that eats both plant and animal matter

Bears are omnivores, consuming berries as well as fish.

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cull
15.
cull
Noun

the person or thing that is rejected or set aside as inferior in quality

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breed
16.
breed
Noun

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

The Border Collie breed is renowned for its intelligence and herding instincts.

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tame
17.
tame
Verb

to make a wild animal or bird fit for living with people

The trainer used gentle methods to tame the wild horse.

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predatory
18.
pre
da
to
ry
Adjective

(of wild animals) hunting, killing, and feeding on other animals for survival

Lions are predatory animals that hunt in groups.

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spay
19.
spay
Verb

to remove the sexual organs of a female animal, called ovaries

It's important to spay female dogs to reduce the risk of certain health issues.

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camouflage
20.
ca
mouf
lage
Verb

to blend in with the surroundings to avoid being seen or detected

The lizard camouflages itself by changing its skin color.

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brood
mare
Noun

a female horse that is kept for breeding

The broodmare gave birth to a healthy foal after a smooth pregnancy.

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buck
22.
buck
Noun

a male deer, rabbit, or antelope

The buck stood proudly in the meadow during mating season.

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burrow
23.
bu
rrow
Noun

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

The rabbit disappeared into its burrow, seeking refuge from the approaching storm.

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den
24.
den
Noun

the hidden place where a wild predatory animal lives

Bears often construct dens in caves or burrow into the ground for hibernation during the winter months.

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whimper
25.
whim
per
Verb

to make low crying sounds out of fear, pain or sadness

The puppy whimpered softly as it waited for its owner to return.

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fowl
26.
fowl
Noun

a domesticated bird that is particularly kept for its meat and eggs

The farmyard was bustling with fowl of all shapes and sizes.

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hatchling
27.
hatch
ling
Noun

an animal that has recently come out of its shell

The sea turtle hatchlings scrambled toward the ocean under the moonlight.

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incubate
28.
inc
u
bate
Verb

to keep an egg in a favorable condition to help it develop until it hatches

The mother hen incubated her eggs in the cozy nest she had made.

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hibernate
29.
hi
ber
nate
Verb

(of some animals or plants) to spend the winter sleeping deeply

Bears hibernate in caves during the cold winter months to conserve energy.

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graze
30.
graze
Verb

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

The sheep were allowed to graze freely in the meadow.

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peck
31.
peck
Verb

(of a bird) to move the beak in a sudden movement and bite something

The chickens pecked at the scattered grains in the yard.

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slither
32.
sli
ther
Verb

to move smoothly and quietly, like a snake

The snake silently slithered through the grass.

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tweet
33.
tweet
Noun

the short sound that is made by small birds

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canter
34.
can
ter
Noun

a three-beat stride of a horse that is faster than a trot but slower than a gallop

The horse broke into a smooth canter across the field.

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whisker
35.
whis
ker
Noun

any of the long, stiff hairs that grow on the face of a cat, mouse, etc.

The cat's whiskers twitched as it watched a bird outside the window.

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muzzle
36.
mu
zzle
Noun

the projecting part of the face of some animals such as dogs and horses that includes their jaws and noses

She carefully examined the cat's muzzle for any signs of injury.

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fang
37.
fang
Noun

a long, pointed tooth found in carnivorous animals, used for biting, gripping, and tearing flesh

The lion's sharp fangs help it catch and kill prey.

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tusk
38.
tusk
Noun

each of the curved pointy teeth of some animals such as elephants, boars, etc., especially one that stands out from the closed mouth

The elephant displayed its majestic tusks, gleaming in the sunlight as it roamed the savanna.

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plumage
39.
plu
mage
Noun

the feathers of a bird covering its body

Male peacocks are known for their vibrant plumage displayed during courtship.

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crest
40.
crest
Noun

a prominent feature exhibited by some birds on their heads, consisting of feathers, fur, or skin

The cockatoo flaunted its colorful crest as it paraded around the aviary.

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leash
41.
leash
Noun

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

She held the dog's leash tightly as they walked through the park.

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