Crotaphytus

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Definition

1. Noun:
   • A genus of lizards: "Crotaphytus" is the scientific genus name for a group of reptiles commonly known as collared lizards.
   • Collared lizards: This term specifically refers to these lizards, which are characterized by distinctive dark bands or "collars" around their necks.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The biologist studied the behavior of Crotaphytus in its natural desert habitat.
  • Crotaphytus collaris, the common collared lizard, is known for its bright colors and fast running speed.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic context: Used in scientific literature to classify and discuss species within this specific genus.
  • The phylogenetic study placed the new fossil species within the genus Crotaphytus.

Variants and Related Words

• Crotaphytidae (n): The family name that includes the genus .
• Collared lizard (n): The common name for lizards of the genus .

Synonyms

• Collared lizard: The common English name.
• Genus Crotaphytus: The full taxonomic designation.

Học thuật

Noun

1. collared lizards

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Crotaphytus
• genus Crotaphytus