genus agama
Definition
- Noun:
- The type genus of the family Agamidae: "genus Agama" is the genus that serves as the reference point for the biological family Agamidae, which includes many species of Old World lizards commonly known as agamids or dragon lizards.
Usage Notes
- This is a scientific, taxonomic term used in biology and zoology. It is always capitalized ("Agama") when referring to the genus name specifically.
- It is used in formal contexts such as scientific classification, research papers, and academic discussions about reptile taxonomy.
Examples
- Noun:
- The lizard was classified under the genus Agama.
- Genus Agama is characterized by its members' typically robust bodies and well-developed limbs.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy, the term is used to denote the representative genus for its family.
- In the family Agamidae, genus Agama holds the position of the type genus.
Variants and Related Words
- Agamidae (n): The family of lizards to which the genus Agama belongs.
- Agamid (n/adjective): A common name for any lizard belonging to the family Agamidae; also used as an adjective (e.g., agamid lizard).
- Agama (n): When not italicized or capitalized in running text, it can refer informally to any lizard within this genus.
Synonyms
- Type genus of Agamidae: This is the precise synonym, as "genus Agama" is defined by this role.
Related Terms
- Taxonomy: The science of classification where this term is used.
- Type genus: A taxonomic concept where a particular genus is chosen to define a family's name and characteristics.
Noun
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type genus of the Agamidae
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