Arboreal
(adjective)
- Of, relating to, or resembling trees.
- Living in or frequenting trees.
Origin:
From the latin word "arbor" meaning tree, and the suffix "-eal" meaning "of or relating to".
Examples:
- Arboreal animals have adaptations for climbing and living in trees.
- Arboreal primates are found throughout the world.
- The arboreal snake had a prehensile tail.
- The arboreal habitat is home to many species.
- Arboreal lizards are able to climb vertical surfaces.