Hylactophryne
Definition
Noun 1. A genus of frogs: Hylactophryne is a genus of frogs in the family Craugastoridae, commonly known as barking frogs due to the distinctive call of the males.
Usage Notes
- This word is a scientific, taxonomic name used in biology and zoology. It is not used in everyday conversation.
- It is always capitalized as it is a proper noun (a genus name).
- It is typically used in academic, scientific, or technical contexts.
Examples
- The species is found in the southwestern United States and Mexico.
- Herpetologists studied the mating calls of .
- The genus is characterized by its robust body and toe pads.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic classification, the genus name is always italicized in print.
- Example: Recent phylogenetic studies have clarified the position of Hylactophryne within the family.
Variants and Related Words
- Barking frog (n.): The common name for frogs of the genus .
- Hylactophryne augusti (n.): The specific name for the most widely recognized species within this genus, commonly called the "barking frog" or "robust barking frog".
Synonyms
- Barking frog (common name)
Notes on Different Meanings
This word has only one specific meaning as a scientific genus name in zoology. It does not have figurative or colloquial meanings.
Noun
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barking frogs
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