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Malaclemys

Malaclemys

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A group of American turtles that includes the diamondback terrapin
  • noun
  • /ˌmæl.əˈklɛm.ɪs/
  • Specialized
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  • The diamondback terrapin is the only member of the genus Malaclemys.

Examples

  • Researchers studied the nesting behavior of Malaclemys in coastal marshes.

  • Conservation efforts have focused on protecting Malaclemys populations from habitat loss.

  • The Malaclemys is a fascinating creature found along the Atlantic coast.

  • Did you know that the Malaclemys is also known as the diamondback terrapin?

  • Researchers studied the nesting behavior of Malaclemys in coastal marshes.

  • The diamondback terrapin is the only member of the genus Malaclemys.

  • Did you know that the Malaclemys is also known as the diamondback terrapin?

Synonyms

genus Malaclemys
vsMalaclemys
  • Specialized
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A group of North American coastal turtles that live in slightly salty water, including the diamondback terrapin

is the broader name that does not specify habitat or coastal living

Compounds

Malaclemys centrata
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A small turtle with a diamond-patterned shell that lives in coastal marshes on United States coasts

genus Malaclemys
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of North American coastal turtles that live in slightly salty water, including the diamondback terrapin

Surface Forms

Malaclemys singular
Malaclemy singular

Etymology

Malaclemys comes from Greek parts malak- meaning 'soft' and -emys meaning 'turtle'. So the name gives a simple image — a 'soft turtle' — and is the scientific name for a group of American terrapins, including the diamondback terrapin.