precocial

/prəˈkoʊʃəl/
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Definitions of precocial
  1. adjective
    (of hatchlings) covered with down and having eyes open; capable of leaving the nest within a few days
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    antonyms:
    altricial
    (of hatchlings) naked and blind and dependent on parents for food
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