Nature Photography

8 words in this vocabulary list

noun a free-swimming marine coelenterate with a jellylike bell- or saucer-shaped body that is typically transparent and has stinging tentacles around the edge

  • The jellyfish is a fascinating marine creature with a gelatinous body and tentacles.
  • I saw a jellyfish while snorkeling at the beach today.
  • Dude, did you see that huge jellyfish in the water? It was gnarly!
  • Her thoughts drifted like jellyfish, floating aimlessly in her mind.

noun a round, white, edible fungus with a soft texture, typically found in grassy areas

  • The puffball mushroom is known for its round shape and white color.
  • I found a puffball mushroom while hiking in the woods.
  • Check out that huge puffball growing in the field!
  • Her fluffy white dress made her look like a puffball floating in the wind.

noun A cascade of water falling from a height, formed when a river or stream flows over a precipice or steep incline.

  • The majestic waterfall cascaded down the rocky cliff with great force.
  • We hiked to the waterfall and took some awesome photos.
  • Dude, that waterfall was totally epic!
  • Her emotions flowed like a waterfall, overwhelming her with sadness.

noun A wild carnivorous mammal of the dog family, living and hunting in packs

  • The wolf is a carnivorous mammal of the dog family, known for its howling and hunting in packs.
  • I heard there are wolves in the nearby forest, so be careful when hiking.
  • That guy is a total wolf, always on the prowl for a new romantic interest.
  • The new CEO is like a wolf, constantly looking for ways to outperform the competition.

noun a specific species of bird in the genus Circus

noun a large stork-like bird of the family Ciconiidae, typically found in tropical and subtropical regions

  • The adjutant bird is known for its large size and distinctive appearance.
  • Have you ever seen an adjutant bird in person? They're huge!
  • That adjutant bird is one big bird, for sure.
  • Like an adjutant bird, he stood tall and watched over his flock.

noun a military officer who acts as an administrative assistant to a senior officer

  • The adjutant crane is a large bird species found in South and Southeast Asia.
  • I saw a huge adjutant crane at the zoo yesterday.
  • Check out that funky adjutant crane strutting around like it owns the place.
  • The adjutant crane stood tall and regal, a symbol of grace and elegance in the wetlands.

noun A military officer who acts as an administrative assistant to a senior officer.

  • The adjutant stork is a large wading bird found in South and Southeast Asia.
  • I saw a huge adjutant stork by the river today!
  • Check out that funky-looking adjutant stork over there!
  • The adjutant stork stood tall and regal, like a sentinel guarding the wetlands.