Language/Yoruba/Vocabulary/Animals
Welcome to the lesson on Animal Names in Yoruba!
Yoruba is a widely spoken language in West Africa and has a rich vocabulary when it comes to describing animals. In this lesson, you'll learn the names of different animals in Yoruba, including both domestic and wild animals. You'll also learn how to use these animal names in simple sentences, enabling you to express yourself better in Yoruba when talking about animals. Whether you're planning a trip to Nigeria or just interested in learning a new language, this lesson will provide you with essential vocabulary that you can use in various contexts. So, let's get started and expand your Yoruba vocabulary with these fascinating animal names!
Animals words in Yoruba
| English | Yoruba |
|---|---|
| Alligator | Ahọnrihọn |
| Ape | Ẹdun |
| Ass | Ibakasiẹ |
| Bat | Adan |
| Black-Ants | Tanpẹpẹ |
| Centipede | Tanisanko |
| Cheetah | Owawa |
| Chimpanzee | Elegbede |
| Cobra | Sebe |
| Crab | Akan |
| Crane-Bird | Akọ |
| crickets | Okinrin |
| Crocodile | Ọoni |
| Dog | Aja |
| Dove | Adaba |
| Electric Fish | Ojigi |
| Frog | Konko |
| Gorilla, Baboon | Inaki, Inoki, Iro |
| Hedgehog | Ọya |
| Lice-Ina | Ori |
| Millipede | Ọkun |
| Mosquito | Ẹfọn/Yanmu-yanmu |
| Ostrich | Ogongo |
| Ox , Bull | Malu |
| Palm Bird | Ologiri |
| Parrot | Odidẹrẹ |
| Peacock | Ọkin |
| Pelican | Ẹyẹ-Ofu |
| Phython-Constrictor | Ojola |
| Pig | Ẹlẹdẹ |
| Pig/Swine | Ẹlẹdẹ |
| Porcupine | Oorẹ, Eerẹ, Ojigbọn |
| Pouch Rat | Okete |
| Rabbit | Ehoro |
| Raven | Ẹyẹ-Iwo |
| Scorpion | Ojogan/Akeekee |
| Sea-Bird | Yanja-yanja |
| Sea-Gulls | Pẹju-pẹju |
| Sparrow | Ologoṣẹ |
| Squirrel | Ọkẹrẹ |
| Stay | Igala |
| Steer | Ẹgbọọrọ-Akọ Malu |
| Viper | Paramọlẹ |
| Vulture | Igun, Gunnugun, Gurugu, Akala |
| Wild Goat | Edu |
| Woodcock | Agbe |
Animals in Nigeria
Nigeria is home to a diverse range of animal species, with mammals and birds being two major categories. The country's vast landscape offers a variety of habitats that support a wide range of mammals, including some of the most iconic African animals. Lions, leopards, hyenas, and African elephants are just a few examples of the majestic mammals found in Nigeria. The country is also home to several antelope species, such as waterbucks and giraffes, as well as smaller mammals like shrews, mice, rats, and squirrels. The pangolin, aardvark, and western gorilla are also found in Nigeria.
In addition to mammals, Nigeria is also a birdwatcher's paradise, with many unique bird species found across the country's diverse landscapes. Different geographical regions in Nigeria have their own typical bird species, with some being found in both forest and savannah. Waterfowl can be seen around Oba Dam, east of Ibadan, including several species of herons and egrets, African pygmy goose, crested jacana, black-winged stilt, Egyptian plover and crake. In the adjacent rainforest, visitors can spot specialties such as the square-tailed drongo and shiny-backed drongo, African oriole and black-headed oriole, painted snipe, several species of doves, Klaas's and Diederik's cuckoos, as well as kingfishers, bee-eaters, rollers and shrikes.
Overall, Nigeria's rich animal diversity makes it a fascinating destination for wildlife enthusiasts, offering the chance to witness some of Africa's most magnificent mammals and beautiful birds in their natural habitats.