Animal Adaptations Glossary

noun a cold-blooded vertebrate animal of a class that comprises frogs, toads, newts, and salamanders, typically having an aquatic larval stage and a terrestrial adult stage.

• Amphibians are cold-blooded vertebrates that typically have a moist skin and lay eggs in water.
• I saw a cool amphibian at the pond today.
• Check out that slimy frog, it's one funky amphibian!
• Being able to adapt to different environments like an amphibian is a valuable skill in today's fast-paced world.

adjective describing the characteristic of having a beak or beak-like structure

• The scientist observed the beaked bird species in its natural habitat.
• I saw a beaked bird on my morning walk.
• Check out that funky beaked bird over there!
• Her sharp wit was like a beaked bird, always ready to strike with precision.

noun a natural covering of the body of a bird or other animal

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• The bird's feathers were vibrant and well-groomed.
• She found a feather on the ground and decided to keep it as a souvenir.
• That jacket is so fly, it's got feathers on the sleeves!
• Her words were like feathers, softening the blow of her criticism.

adjective resembling or characteristic of a lizard

• The scientist studied the agamoid lizard species in great detail.
• I heard that agamoid lizards are pretty unique creatures.
• Those agamoid lizards are like little alien creatures!
• Her personality was as mysterious and elusive as an agamoid lizard.