Gastrophryne

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Definition

Noun: 1. A genus of small, primarily tropical frogs: Gastrophryne is the scientific name for a genus of frogs commonly known as narrow-mouthed toads. They are characterized by their small size, pointed snouts, and a distinct fold of skin across the back of their heads.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The biologist identified the tiny frog as a member of the genus Gastrophryne.
  • Several species of Gastrophryne are found in the southern United States.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic context: The word is used formally in scientific classification to group specific species.
  • The family Microhylidae includes the genus Gastrophryne.

Variants and Related Words

• Narrow-mouthed toad (n): The common name for frogs in the genus .
  • The eastern narrow-mouthed toad (Gastrophryne carolinensis) is a common species.

Synonyms

• Narrow-mouthed toad (common name)
• Microhylid frog (broader family reference)

Học thuật

Noun

1. primarily tropical narrow-mouthed toads

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Gastrophryne
• genus Gastrophryne