suborder lacertilia

Thân thiện

A biologist observes a suborder lacertilia specimen in its terrarium.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A taxonomic suborder of reptiles: "Suborder Lacertilia" is the scientific classification for a group of reptiles commonly known as true lizards. This suborder is part of the larger order Squamata, which also includes snakes and amphisbaenians. It is characterized by features such as movable eyelids, external ear openings, and typically four legs, though some members are legless.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The biologist specialized in studying the diverse species within Suborder Lacertilia.
  • Suborder Lacertilia includes familiar reptiles like geckos and chameleons.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic hierarchy: Used in scientific literature to specify this particular reptilian lineage.
  • The fossil record provides insights into the early evolution of Suborder Lacertilia.

Variants and Related Words

• Lacertilia: Often used synonymously as the common name for the suborder.
• Sauria: An older, broader term sometimes used for a similar grouping that may include other reptiles.
• Lizard: The common English name for most members of this suborder.

Synonyms

• True lizards: The common descriptive synonym.
• Lizards (in a strict taxonomic sense): When distinguishing from other squamates like snakes.

Related Phrases

• Lacertilian (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of the Suborder Lacertilia.
  • The lacertilian features include a scaly skin and a long tail.

Học thuật

Noun

1. true lizards; including chameleons and geckos

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Sauria
• suborder Sauria
• Lacertilia
• suborder Lacertilia