Across
- 2. The sharp, curved nails on the feet of some animals, used for gripping, digging, or attacking.
- 5. To make a shallow cut or mark on a surface, often with sharp nails or claws.
- 6. To forcefully expel saliva or other substances from the mouth.
- 7. The flat appendages on the bodies of fish and some aquatic animals, used for swimming and balance.
- 8. The act of using teeth to cut into or grip something.
- 9. To strike something with the foot or hoof.
- 11. An organization or activity that aims to help those in need, often through donations or volunteer work.
- 13. The thick hair covering the bodies of some animals, providing warmth and protection.
- 15. The natural world, including the air, water, and land in which people, animals, and plants live.
- 16. The feet of an animal, particularly those with claws and pads, like cats or dogs.
Down
- 1. The elongated rear part of an animal's body, used for balance, communication, or other functions.
- 3. A group of living organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring.
- 4. The state of being kept in a confined space, often for animals in zoos or as pets.
- 5. A sharp, often painful sensation caused by an insect or plant that injects venom or irritants.
- 8. The hard, pointed part of a bird's mouth used for eating, pecking, and grooming.
- 10. Deliberate infliction of pain or suffering on others, often for personal gain or pleasure.
- 12. Hard, pointed growths on the heads of some animals, like goats or deer, used for defense or combat.
- 14. The flat structures on the bodies of birds, insects, and some animals that allow them to fly.
