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Salientia

Salientia

9.9
A group of amphibian animals like frogs and toads
  • noun
  • /səˈlɪənʃə/
  • Specialized
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  • The order Salientia encompasses all modern frogs and toads.

Examples

  • Scientists study the anatomy of Salientia to understand amphibian evolution.

  • The order Salientia includes both frogs and toads, showcasing a diverse range of amphibians.

  • There are thousands of species within the Salientia group.

  • The Salientia order includes a variety of species.

  • Many scientists study Salientia for insights into evolution.

  • Researchers have classified numerous species under Salientia, revealing the complexity of amphibian diversity.

  • In the Salientia order, frogs and toads are prominent for their unique adaptations to different environments.

Synonyms

order Salientia
vsSalientia
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of animals like frogs and toads that jump and have no tail as adults

is the general taxonomic term for the same group without trait detail
order Anura
vsSalientia
  • Specialized
8.8

A group of animals that includes all frogs and toads

is broader including related amphibians beyond frogs and toads
order Batrachia
vsSalientia
  • Archaic
9.9

A group used in older biology to include frogs and toads

is the current taxonomic term rather than the older name

Compounds

order Salientia
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of animals like frogs and toads that jump and have no tail as adults

Surface Forms

Salientia singular
Salientias plural

Etymology

Salientia comes from the Latin verb salire, which means 'to jump'. So it names the group of frogs and toads — animals known for jumping — and shares the same root as the English word salient, which means something that 'jumps out' or stands out.