Dermochelys coriacea

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A wide-ranging marine turtle with a flexible leathery carapace; the largest living turtle species. This term refers specifically to a species of sea turtle characterized by its unique, leathery shell rather than a hard, bony one.
Usage
  • The term 'Dermochelys coriacea' is the scientific (Latin) name for a specific animal. It is used in formal, academic, and zoological contexts. In everyday English, this species is commonly called the leatherback turtle or leatherback sea turtle.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • The Dermochelys coriacea is known for its incredible migratory journeys across oceans.
    • Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting the nesting sites of Dermochelys coriacea.
Advanced Usage
  • In binomial nomenclature: The name follows the standard scientific convention of () and (). It is always written in italics.
    • The study focused on the diving behavior of Dermochelys coriacea.
Variants and Related Words
  • Leatherback turtle (n): The common English name for .
    • We saw a leatherback turtle laying eggs on the beach.
  • Leatherback sea turtle (n): A fuller variant of the common name.
  • Dermochelys (n): The genus name, which can refer to this genus of turtles.
Synonyms
  • Leatherback turtle: The primary common name synonym.
  • Leatherback: A shortened, informal form.
  • Luth (n): A less common name used in some regions, derived from French.
Related Phrases
  • Leatherback sea turtle conservation: A common phrase in environmental science.
    • She dedicated her career to leatherback sea turtle conservation.
Noun
  1. wide-ranging marine turtle with flexible leathery carapace; largest living turtle

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