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Meaning of ambassador animal | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A tame nondomestic animal, usually from a zoo or wildlife centre, that is used to educate the public about its species, or conservation in general.

Examples

“Cici , a 46-year-old Sulphurcrested Cockatoo […] participated in a parrot encounter program for approximately 30 years. Cici currently continues his role as an ambassador animal, while his training has evolved to meet current choice and control welfare standards as outlined by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA).”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

ambassador-at-large Ambassadors Ambassadorship Ambassadorships Ambassadress ambassadrix