crocodylus niloticus

Thân thiện

A large Crocodylus niloticus basks on a riverbank in the sun.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A dangerous crocodile widely distributed in Africa: "Crocodylus niloticus" is the scientific name for the Nile crocodile, a large and aggressive reptile native to freshwater habitats across Africa.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Crocodylus niloticus is an apex predator in many African river systems.
  • Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting the habitats of Crocodylus niloticus.

Advanced Usage

• In scientific and zoological contexts: The term "Crocodylus niloticus" is used formally in academic writing, research, and wildlife documentation to specify this particular species of crocodile.
  • The study focused on the population dynamics of Crocodylus niloticus in the Nile Delta.

Variants and Related Words

• Nile crocodile (n): The common English name for .
  • Tourists on safari were thrilled to see a Nile crocodile basking on the riverbank.
• Crocodylus (n): The genus to which this species belongs, encompassing other true crocodiles.

Synonyms

• Nile crocodile: The standard common name.
• African crocodile: A descriptive synonym emphasizing its geographic range.

Related Phrases

• Crocodylidae family: The biological family that includes and other crocodiles.
  • Crocodylus niloticus is a prominent member of the Crocodylidae family.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a dangerous crocodile widely distributed in Africa

Từ đồng nghĩa

• African crocodile
• Nile crocodile
• Crocodylus niloticus