Virunga Word Search
Free Virunga word search. We picked 12 themed words — its landforms, its wildlife, and the habitats inside it — and laid them out on a 15×15 grid. Drag across the letters to find every word on the list.
Words to find: NYIRAGONGO, NYAMURAGIRA, MIKENO, KIVU, EDWARD, SEMLIKI, GORILLA, OKAPI, ELEPHANT, CHIMPANZEE, LION, HIPPO.
Diagonals are where most players stall. Once you are down to the last word or two, sweep the diagonals deliberately.
Virunga word list, defined
- GORILLA /ˈɡɒrɪlə/ · noun
- A large, powerful primate native to Africa, characterized by a broad chest, strong arms, and a distinctive facial structure. Gorillas are one of the closest relatives of humans. Related: ape, monkey, primate, simian.
- OKAPI /ɒkəpi/ · noun
- A giraffid artiodactyl mammal native to the Ituri Rainforest in the northeastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is a shy, elusive animal. Related: giraffe, deer, antelope, wildlife.
- ELEPHANT /ɛˈlɛfənt/ · noun
- A large, herbivorous mammal with a long trunk, tusks, and a memory that never forgets. Elephants are found in various parts of the world, including Africa and Asia. Related: mammoth, pachyderm, beast, monster.
- CHIMPANZEE /tʃɪmˈpænzee/ · noun
- A large, intelligent primate of the family Pongidae, native to Africa and closely related to man. Related: ape, monkey, gorilla, orangutan.
- LION /liːɒn/ · noun
- A large carnivorous feline mammal with a short, tawny or golden coat and a long mane in the male, native to Africa and India. It is known for its powerful roar and regal appearance. Related: tiger, leopard, cheetah, jaguar.
- HIPPO /hɪpoʊ/ · noun
- A large, herbivorous mammal that lives in rivers and lakes in Africa, having a rounded body, short legs, and a large mouth with big teeth. Hippos are known for their distinctive grunting sounds and ability to hold their breath underwater for long periods. Related: rhinoceros, elephant, giraffe, zebra.
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