bipedally

Adverb

Meaning

bipedally (not comparable)

In the manner of an animal that walks on two feet, two legs.

Examples

Chimpanzees and gorillas knuckle walk, and can move bipedally for short distances. Source: Internet

Many reptile species will also temporarily adopt bipedalism while fighting. citation One genus of basilisk lizard can run bipedally across the surface of water for some distance. Source: Internet

Some animals commonly stand on their hind legs, in order to reach food, to keep watch, to threaten a competitor or predator, or to pose in courtship, but do not move bipedally. Source: Internet

Several non-archosaurian lizard species move bipedally when running, usually to escape from threats. Source: Internet

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