barking frog
Definition
Noun: 1. A species of frog: A specific type of frog (Hylactophryne augusti or Craugastor augusti) native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is named for the distinctive sound of its call.
Usage
- The barking frog is more often heard than seen due to its secretive nature.
- Researchers are studying the habitat of the barking frog to aid in its conservation.
Advanced Usage
- The term is used almost exclusively in herpetology (the study of reptiles and amphibians) and in regional descriptions of wildlife. It functions as a common name for the species.
Variants and Related Words
- Robber frog: Another common name for the same or very similar species within the genus.
- Hylactophryne augusti: The former scientific name.
- Craugastor augusti: The current accepted scientific name.
Synonyms
- Robber frog (regional/common name synonym)
Notes on Meaning
- The name is a compound noun where "barking" acts as an adjective describing the type of frog. The core meaning is the animal itself, defined by its unique vocalization which resembles a dog's bark. It does not refer to a frog that is actively barking in the present moment.
Noun
-
of southwest United States and Mexico; call is like a dog's bark
Khám phá thêm
Các từ liên quan
Từ đồng nghĩa
