Zoophilia is a term used to describe the sexual attraction to animals. However, there are other terms that can be used to refer to this behavior, with varying degrees of clinical precision. Some of the synonyms for zoophilia include bestiality, animal attraction, animal love, animal sex, and animal fetishism. Bestiality is the most common synonym used for zoophilia, and it denotes any kind of sexual activity involving animals. The term animal attraction is sometimes used to describe the emotional and psychological aspects of zoophilia. Animal fetishism refers to a sexual interest in specific animal traits, such as fur or hooves. Regardless of the term used, zoophilia is considered a taboo and illegal practice in most societies.