What is another word for altricial?
Pronunciation: [ɔːltɹˈɪʃə͡l] (IPA) 
Altricial, a term used to describe a helpless or dependent newborn, has a number of synonyms that can be used in its place. Some of these include immature, underdeveloped, dependent, needy, helpless, and vulnerable. These words describe the same concept of animal, bird, or reptilian young born in an undeveloped state that requires the care and support of the parents for survival. Altricial and its synonyms are commonly used in biology, animal behavior, and zoology research to describe the state of newborns and the parental care required for their survival. Understanding the various synonyms for altricial can help researchers effectively communicate their findings and observations.
