leiopelma

Thân thiện

A leiopelma frog rests on a mossy stone near a forest stream.

Definition

Noun 1. A genus of frogs: Leiopelma is the type and sole genus of the family Leiopelmatidae. It refers to a specific group of primitive, small frogs.

Usage

Leiopelma is used as a proper noun to refer to this specific zoological genus. It is typically used in scientific, biological, or zoological contexts.

Examples

• The Leiopelma frogs are found only in New Zealand.
• Scientists study Leiopelma to understand early amphibian evolution.
• Conservation efforts are crucial for the survival of the Leiopelma genus.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic hierarchy: The name is used to classify species within the order Anura. For example, is a species within this genus.

Variants and Related Words

• Leiopelmatidae (noun): The family name to which the genus belongs.
• Leiopelmid (adjective/noun): Used to describe characteristics of or pertaining to this genus or family, or as a noun for a member of the group.

Synonyms

• Genus Leiopelma: The full taxonomic designation.
• New Zealand primitive frogs: A common descriptive name for members of this genus.

Notes on Meaning

This word has a single, specific meaning in scientific classification. It does not have general English usage outside of biology and zoology.

Học thuật

Noun

1. type and sole genus of the family Leiopelmatidae

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