捕獲

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 捕獲(ほかく) is a noun and する verb for capturing an animal or insect.
• Basic usage: A captured animal appears in 捕獲した動物, while a capturing tool appears in 昆虫を捕獲する道具.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Separate from what follows
  • 捕獲 focuses on the act of capture; whether the animal is released after observation is stated separately by the context.
• Noun and verb use
  • Use 捕獲 for the activity and 捕獲する for the action of capturing a target.