It’s been a while since my last Name That Animal Challenge, so here it is!
Pretend that you are a scientist and you have just discovered this new species and you have the privilege of naming it. Scientists usually name new species by using Greek or/and Latin roots because the prefixes, stems, and suffixes are like building blocks that can be utilized in countless ways.
Your challenge is to name the unique animal in the picture above using your knowledge of Greek and Latin roots. Keep in mind that you can use characteristics like size, color, or shape to name this animal. Feel free to search my blog to find root words to help you. I’ve provided you a list of roots with their definitions to get you started.
Greek Roots
| Root Meaning |
|---|
| -morph- shape |
| -cephal- head |
| -dasy- hairy |
| -ornith- bird |
| -pter- wing |
| micr- small |
| ailur- cat |
| leuk- white |
| trich- hair |
Latin Roots
| Root Meaning |
|---|
| -iform shape |
| -corp- body |
| -capit- head |
| hirsut- hairy |
| avi- bird |
| ali- wing |
| -feli- cat |
| fusco- dark |
Greek roots usually link with -o-, and Latin roots usually link with -i-. What would you name this animal? Be sure to comment and let me know!
If you haven’t already done so, be sure to check out Name That Animal Challenge #1, Name That Animal Challenge #2, Name That Animal Challenge #3, Name That Animal Challenge #4, Name That Animal Challenge #5, Name That Animal Challenge #6, Name That Animal Challenge #7, Name That Animal Challenge #8. and Name That Animal Challenge #9.
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