Endangered Species List

7 words in this vocabulary list

noun a type of mammal that belongs to the family Bovidae, typically found in Africa and Asia, known for its long horns and fast running speed

  • The antelope gracefully bounded across the savanna, showcasing its speed and agility.
  • I saw a bunch of antelopes running around in the field near my house.
  • Check out that antelope, it's so fast!
  • She moved through the crowded room like a nimble antelope, avoiding obstacles with ease.

noun a large mammal with long horns and a shaggy mane, native to Africa and Asia

verb to intimidate or confuse someone through forceful or aggressive behavior

  • The buffalo is a large mammal native to North America.
  • Let's go check out the buffalo at the zoo!
  • That buffalo wing is so spicy!
  • He's a buffalo in the gym, always lifting heavy weights.

noun A large carnivorous feline mammal of Africa and India, having a short tawny coat, a tufted tail, and, in the male, a heavy mane around the neck and shoulders.

  • The lion is known as the king of the jungle due to its majestic appearance and powerful roar.
  • I saw a lion at the zoo yesterday and it was so cool!
  • That guy thinks he's a lion, always trying to show off his muscles.
  • She has the heart of a lion, always facing challenges with courage and determination.

noun a person or thing that is considered to be inherently part of a particular group or category

adjective relating to or existing in nature; not made or caused by humankind

  • The scientist conducted research on the natural habitat of the endangered species.
  • I love spending time in natural surroundings like parks and forests.
  • I heard that new restaurant uses all natural ingredients in their dishes.
  • Her talent for playing the piano seemed so natural, as if it came to her effortlessly.

noun a wild cat found in Central and South America, known for its beautiful spotted fur

  • The ocelot is a wild cat species native to the Americas.
  • I saw an ocelot at the zoo yesterday, it was so cute!
  • That ocelot is one cool cat.
  • Her eyes were as fierce as an ocelot's when she was angry.

noun African wildcat

  • The African wildcat is a small, striped cat native to Africa.
  • I saw an African wildcat while on safari in Kenya.
  • That African wildcat is one cool cat!
  • Her fierce independence reminds me of an African wildcat.

noun A type of coniferous tree in the genus Agathis, commonly known as kauri

  • Agathis is a genus of evergreen coniferous trees in the family Araucariaceae.
  • I learned about agathis trees in my botany class.
  • Those agathis trees are so cool, dude.
  • The agathis tree stood tall and strong, a symbol of resilience.