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Megalobatrachus maximus

Megalobatrachus maximus

9.9
A very large edible salamander from East Asia that grows over three feet long
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : Megalobatrachus maximus
  • The Megalobatrachus maximus can grow over three feet long.

Examples

  • The Megalobatrachus maximus inhabits rivers and streams in East Asia, where it is known for its impressive size.

  • Some cultures prize the Megalobatrachus maximus both as a delicacy and for traditional medicinal uses.

  • Scientists are concerned about the declining population of the Megalobatrachus maximus due to habitat loss.

  • Have you ever seen a Megalobatrachus maximus in the wild?

  • The Megalobatrachus maximus is considered a delicacy in many Asian cuisines due to its rich flavor.

  • In East Asian rivers, the Megalobatrachus maximus can often be seen basking on rocks under the sunlight.

  • Due to its large size, the Megalobatrachus maximus can weigh up to 140 pounds, making it one of the largest salamanders.

Synonyms

giant salamander
vsMegalobatrachus maximus
7.6

A very large animal like a big frog that lives in Asian rivers and is sometimes eaten

is definitely edible and reaches lengths of more than three feet

Surface Forms

Megalobatrachus maximus singular
Megalobatrachus maximus plural

Morphology

Megalobatrachus + maximus

This is a Latin scientific binomial (genus + species) rather than a conventional English idiom; if a learner knew that 'Megalobatrachus' refers to a genus of large salamanders and understood Latin 'maximus' as 'largest', they could infer it names a very large salamander. However, species epithets are primarily referential and require taxonomic or Latin knowledge to interpret fully (and 'maximus' is not a common English lemma), so the meaning is only partially predictable to a B1 learner.

Etymology

Megalobatrachus maximus comes from old Greek and Latin words: mega meaning 'big', batrachus meaning 'frog', and maximus meaning 'largest'. This simple picture of a very big frog helps you remember that the name refers to a huge salamander that can grow to over three feet.