lepidochelys
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of sea turtles: "Lepidochelys" is the scientific genus name for a specific group of sea turtles, commonly known as ridleys. These are medium-sized marine reptiles.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Lepidochelys genus includes both the Kemp's ridley and the olive ridley sea turtles.
- Scientists are studying the nesting habits of Lepidochelys.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: Used primarily in scientific and zoological writing to refer to this specific genus.
- The conservation status of Lepidochelys kempii is critically endangered.
Variants and Related Words
- Ridley (n): The common name for turtles of the genus Lepidochelys.
- The ridley turtle came ashore to lay its eggs.
Synonyms
- Ridley turtle: The common name.
- Sea turtle (of the genus Lepidochelys): A more general description specifying the genus.
Different Meanings
- This word has a single, specific meaning as a scientific genus name in zoology. It does not have idiomatic or phrasal verb uses.
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ridleys
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