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How to say 59 marvelous animal names in English

Author:

Kyle Carney

Editor:

Berlitz

Learning animal vocabulary is fun, especially if you’re an animal lover and have an appreciation for all creatures on this planet, from the sea to the sky, great and small.

Knowledge of the names of animals in English is useful for three reasons: it enables us to identify the animals we see, to describe the wildlife that interests us and helps us to discuss in English, the kinds of animals we would like to keep.

In this article, we’ll list animal names in English, recognize species associated with particular environments and countries, and we’ll take a look at useful animal vocabulary that is associated with these environments.

When might we need to know the names of animals in English?

Consider the following scenarios in which you want to describe something wonderful, identify something dangerous, or discover something new.

  • During a recent outing to a wildlife zoo, you saw some native wildlife and were asked later what you saw and which animals you liked best.
  • You’ve spotted a large nest of insects at the local park, and when you report it, you are asked if they are bees, wasps, or hornets.
  • You are going to choose a family pet and need to find out everything you can about it on the internet.

Farm animals

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Animals on farms are referred to as livestock, and birds as poultry. They are animals that live alongside humans. They provide people with companionship, food, or help.

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Wild and zoo animals

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Spotting the following animals in the wild would certainly be extra special. However, you can find many of the following animals in wildlife parks, rehabilitation centers or zoos, depending on where you are, of course.

Animals in zoos or safari parks are referred to as being in captivity (but not domesticated).

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Animals found in the wild

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Wild animals are animals that usually live in nature, but in ZOOs we can safely observe them up close. There, experts take care of them by providing food, space, and care, while people learn about them and help protect them from extinction.

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Water animals

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Water animals live in seas, rivers, lakes, or ponds. They include fish, frogs, dolphins, crabs, and many others. They are adapted to life in water, where they find food and shelter.

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Insects

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Insects are small animals with an external shell, three pairs of legs, and often wings. They include bees, butterflies, ants, and beetles. They are very important for nature, as they pollinate plants and serve as food for other animals.

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Pet animals

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Pets are animals that people keep for companionship and joy. The most common ones are dogs, cats, birds, fish, and rodents. They need love, care, and attention, and in return, they offer us friendship.

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