German Vocabulary for Ocean Animals and Fish
In this tutorial, you'll discover essential German vocabulary related to ocean animals and fish. Whether you're exploring marine life or simply interested in expanding your language skills, these words will help you navigate conversations about creatures from the deep blue sea.
Ocean Animals and Fish Vocabulary
- die Muschel Seashell
- das Seepferdchen Seahorse
- der Wal Whale
- die Krabbe Crab
- der Delfin Dolphin
- die Seerobbe Seal
- der Seestern Starfish
- der Fisch Fish
- der Hai Shark
- der Piranha Piranha
- die Qualle Jellyfish
- die Garnelen Shrimp
- der Goldfisch Goldfish
- das Walross Walrus
- der Oktopus Octopus
Exploring Oceanic Life
The ocean is home to a diverse range of creatures, each with unique characteristics and roles in their ecosystems. Here are some fascinating examples:
- Seashell (die Muschel): Seashells are often found along the beach and come in various shapes and sizes. They serve as protective homes for many marine animals.
- Seahorse (das Seepferdchen): Seahorses are known for their unique appearance and fascinating mating behavior where males carry the eggs.
- Whale (der Wal): Whales are enormous marine mammals known for their size and deep diving abilities. They play a crucial role in the marine food chain.
- Jellyfish (die Qualle): Jellyfish are delicate creatures that drift with ocean currents, often with translucent bodies and stinging tentacles.
German names for sea and water animals
Learning the German names for sea and water animals can be useful for different reasons. Whether you're fascinated by oceanography and marine life, or you simply enjoy seafood and want to expand your culinary vocabulary, knowing these words can enrich your understanding and appreciation.
German Vocabulary List
Here are some common sea and water animals in German along with their English translations:
German |
English |
der Hai |
shark |
der Wal |
whale |
der Fisch |
fish |
der Delfin |
dolphin |
die Schildkröte |
turtle |
die Qualle |
jellyfish |
der Schwertwal |
orca |
das Walross |
walrus |
der Seehund |
seal |
die Forelle |
trout |
der Barsch |
bass |
der Oktopus |
octopus |
Reasons for Learning
There are two main reasons why people choose to learn these German words:
- Interest in Marine Life: For those passionate about oceanography or marine biology, knowing the German names for sea animals helps in communication and understanding.
- Culinary Enthusiasts: If you enjoy seafood and want to explore German menus or recipes, learning these names can enhance your dining experience.
Aquatic Animals in Germany
Germany is renowned for its diverse aquatic animals found in its rivers, seas, and aquatic facilities like aquariums and zoos.
Rivers and Seas of Germany
Germany is bordered by the Nordsee (North Sea) and the Ostsee (Baltic Sea) in the north. It is also home to several prominent rivers such as the Rhine, Danube, and Elbe, which flow through numerous cities and towns, enriching the country's aquatic biodiversity.
Aquatic Animals Vocabulary
Here is a table listing some aquatic animals in German along with their English translations and pronunciation:
German |
English |
Pronunciation (German) |
der Krake / der Tintenfisch / der Oktopus |
The octopus |
[deːɐ̯ ˈkʁaːkə / ˈtɪntn̩ˌfɪʃ / ˈɔktoˌpʊs] |
Der Kalmar / der Tintenfisch |
The squid |
[deːɐ̯ ˈkalmaːɐ̯ / ˈtɪntn̩ˌfɪʃ] |
der Delfin |
The dolphin |
[deːɐ̯ ˈdɛlfiːn] |
der Wal |
The whale |
[deːɐ̯ val] |
der Hai |
The shark |
[deːɐ̯ haɪ̯] |
die Krabbe |
The crab |
[diː ˈkʁabə] |
der Hummer |
The lobster |
[deːɐ̯ ˈhʊmɐ] |
der Seelöwe |
The sea lion |
[deːɐ̯ ˈzeːløːvə] |
die Robbe |
The seal |
[diː ˈʁɔbə] |
das Walross |
The walrus |
[das ˈvalʁɔs] |
die Qualle |
The jellyfish |
[diː ˈkvalə] |
der Stechrochen |
The stingray |
[deːɐ̯ ˈʃtɛçʁɔxən] |
der Aal |
The eel |
[deːɐ̯ aːl] |
der Pinguin |
The penguin |
[deːɐ̯ ˈpɪŋɡvɪn] |
der Seestern |
The starfish |
[deːɐ̯ ˈzeːʃtɛʁn] |
das Seepferdchen |
The seahorse |
[das ˈzeːpfɐtçən] |
die Seekuh |
The manatee |
[diː ˈzeːkuː] |
Common Marine Wildlife
German |
English |
Pronunciation (German) |
der Otter |
the otter |
der Otter |
der Wal |
the whale |
der Wal |
der Hai |
the shark |
der Hai |
die Robbe |
the seal |
die Robbe |
das Walross |
the walrus |
das Walross |
der Delfin |
the dolphin |
der Delfin |
die Krabbe |
the crab |
die Krabbe |
der Hummer |
the lobster |
der Hummer |
die Garnele |
the shrimp |
die Garnele |
der Seestern |
the starfish |
der Seestern |
der Seeigel |
the sea urchin |
der Seeigel |
der Tintenfisch |
the squid |
der Tintenfisch |
der Krake |
the octopus |
der Krake |
die Grüne Meeresschildkröte |
the green sea turtle |
die Grüne Meeresschildkröte |
der Stachelrochen |
the stingray |
der Stachelrochen |
der Seelöwe |
the sea lion |
der Seelöwe |
der Pinguin |
the penguin |
der Pinguin |
der Narwal |
the narwhal |
der Narwal |
Pond Life
German |
English |
Pronunciation (German) |
der Frosch |
the frog |
der Frosch |
die Kröte |
the toad |
die Kröte |
die Kaulquappe |
the tadpole |
die Kaulquappe |
der Karpfen |
the carp |
der Karpfen |
der Wassermolch |
the newt |
der Wassermolch |
Sea Animals in German
In this tutorial, we'll explore the names of sea animals in German. Learning these terms can be useful for understanding marine life discussions in German-speaking contexts.
English Name to German Translation
Here is a table that shows the translation of common sea animals from English to German:
English Name |
German (Singular) |
German (Plural) |
Male |
Female |
Young |
Collective Noun |
Whale |
Wal |
Wale |
- |
- |
Kalb |
Schule |
Shark |
Hai |
Haie |
- |
- |
- |
Schule |
Seal |
Robbe |
Robben |
- |
- |
Heuler |
Gruppe |
Fish |
Fisch |
Fische |
- |
- |
Jungfische |
Schwarm |
Dolphin |
Delfin |
Delfine |
- |
- |
Kalb |
Schule |
Octopus |
Oktopus |
Oktopuse |
- |
- |
- |
Gruppe |
Sea Turtle |
Meeres-Schildkröte |
Meereschildkröten |
- |
- |
- |
Gruppe |
Jellyfish |
Qualle |
Quallen |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Sea Lion |
Seelöwe |
Seelöwen |
Seelöwe |
Seelöwin |
- |
Gruppe |
Manatee |
Seekuh |
Seekühe |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Shrimp |
Garnele |
Garnelen |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Seahorse |
Seepferdchen |
Seepferdchen |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Clam |
Muschel |
Muscheln |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Mussel |
Miesmuschel |
Miesmuscheln |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Squid |
Tintenfisch |
Tintenfische |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Crab |
Krebs |
Krebse |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Lugworm |
Wattwurm |
Wattwürmer |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Nautilus |
Meeresschnecke |
Meeresschnecken |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Starfish |
Seestern |
Seesterne |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Sea Urchin |
Seeigel |
Seeigel |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Coral |
Koralle |
Korallen |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Sponge |
Schwamm |
Schwämme |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Eel |
Aal |
Aale |
Milchner |
Rogner |
Fischlaich |
Schule; Schwarm |
Cod |
Dorsch |
Dorsche |
Milchner |
Rogner |
Fischlaich |
Schule; Schwarm |
Flounder |
Flunder |
Flundern |
Milchner |
Rogner |
Fischlaich |
Schule; Schwarm |
Herring |
Hering |
Heringe |
Milchner |
Rogner |
Fischlaich |
Schule; Schwarm |
Pike |
Hecht |
echte |
Milchner |
Rogner |
Fischlaich |
Schule; Schwarm |
Salmon |
Lachs |
Lachse |
Milchner |
Rogner |
Fischlaich |
Schule; Schwarm |
Mackerel |
Makrele |
Makrelen |
Milchner |
Rogner |
Fischlaich |
Schule; Schwarm |
Mullet |
Meeräsche |
Meeräschen |
Milchner |
Rogner |
Fischlaich |
Schule; Schwarm |
Trout |
Forelle |
Forellen |
Milchner |
Rogner |
Fischlaich |
Schule; Schwarm |
Plaice |
Scholle |
Schollen |
Milchner |
Rogner |
Fischlaich |
Schule; Schwarm |
Turbot |
Steinbutt |
Steinbutte |
Milchner |
Rogner |
Fischlaich |
Schule; Schwarm |
Whiting |
Weißfisch |
Weißfische |
Milchner |
Rogner |
Fischlaich |
Schule; Schwarm |
Walrus |
Walross |
Walrosse |
Bulle |
Kuh |
Kalb |
Herde |
Lobster |
Hummer |
Hummer |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Anemone |
Anemone |
Anemonen |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Marine Animals & Fish Vocabulary
Here's a beginner's guide to understanding marine animals and fish in German.
German Word |
Gender |
English Translation |
Garnelen |
feminine |
shrimp |
Lachs |
masculine |
salmon |
Thunfisch |
masculine |
tuna |
Seehund |
masculine |
seal |
Krabbe |
feminine |
crab |
Hummer |
masculine |
lobster |
Seeigel |
masculine |
sea urchin |
Oktopus |
masculine |
octopus |
Hai |
masculine |
shark |
Wal |
masculine |
whale |
Delfin |
masculine |
dolphin |
Fisch |
masculine |
fish |
Seelöwe |
masculine |
sea lion |
Muschel |
feminine |
clam |
Schwertfisch |
masculine |
swordfish |
Tintenfisch |
masculine |
squid |
Auster |
feminine |
oyster |
Dorsch |
masculine |
cod |
Rochen |
masculine |
ray |
Qualle |
feminine |
jellyfish |
Seestern |
masculine |
starfish |
Koi |
masculine |
koi |
Barsch |
masculine |
perch |
Seebarsch |
masculine |
bass |
Einsiedlerkrebs |
masculine |
hermit crab |
Seepferdchen |
neutral |
sea horse |
Salmler |
masculine |
tetra |
Kugelfisch |
masculine |
pufferfish |
Hering |
masculine |
herring |
Weißwal |
masculine |
beluga |
Seekuh |
feminine |
manatee |
Goldfisch |
masculine |
goldfish |
Schellfisch |
masculine |
haddock |
Makrele |
feminine |
mackerel |
Aal |
masculine |
eel |
Wels |
masculine |
catfish |
Karpfen |
masculine |
carp |
Forelle |
feminine |
trout |
Torpedobarsch |
masculine |
tilefish |
Weiße Hai |
masculine |
great white shark |
Orca |
masculine |
killer whale |
Meeresschildkröte |
feminine |
sea turtle |
Blobfisch |
masculine |
blobfish |
Gelbschwanzmakrele |
feminine |
amberjack |
Seelachs |
masculine |
pollack |
Elritze |
feminine |
minnow |
Schleie |
feminine |
tench |
Speerfisch |
masculine |
marlin |
Glasaal |
masculine |
elver |