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Natrix

Natrix

9.9
A group of not venomous water snakes found in Europe, Asia, and North Africa
  • noun
  • /ˈneɪtrɪks/
  • Specialized
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  • The Natrix species are often found near rivers and lakes across Europe.

Examples

  • A Natrix can be easily identified by the characteristic collar-like markings around its neck.

  • I saw a Natrix swimming in the lake.

  • Researchers studied the diet of Natrix to better understand their ecological impact.

  • The Natrix is often found near ponds.

  • A Natrix can be easily identified by the characteristic collar-like markings around its neck.

  • The Natrix species are often found near rivers and lakes across Europe.

  • I saw a Natrix swimming in the lake.

Synonyms

genus Natrix
vsNatrix
  • Specialized
9.6

A group of water snakes like the grass snake that live near rivers and are not poisonous

is limited to Eurasia and North Africa rather than worldwide

Compounds

genus Natrix
  • Specialized
9.6

A group of water snakes like the grass snake that live near rivers and are not poisonous

Natrix maura
  • Specialized
9.9

A small snake without venom that lives near water in Europe and North Africa

9.5

A common harmless European snake with a bright yellow collar often seen near water

Natrix sipedon
  • Specialized
9.9

A water snake that is not poisonous and lives near rivers and lakes in North America

Surface Forms

Natrix singular
Natrices plural

Etymology

Natrix comes from the Latin word natrix, which meant 'water-snake'. That's why scientists use Natrix as the genus name for the grass and water snakes that live near rivers and lakes.