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Tupinambis

Tupinambis

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A large land lizard from South America often kept as a pet
  • noun
  • /ˌtuːpɪˈnæmbɪs/
  • Specialized
: Tupinambis
  • Some people keep Tupinambis as exotic pets due to their docile nature.

Examples

  • The Tupinambis is often found in forests and grasslands across South America.

  • Scientists studied the diet of the Tupinambis in its natural habitat.

  • The Tupinambis is known for its impressive size.

  • Have you ever seen a Tupinambis in the wild?

  • The Tupinambis is a large lizard that can weigh over 20 pounds and is commonly found in South America.

  • Many researchers are excited to learn more about the Tupinambis and its behavior in the wild.

  • In their natural habitat, the Tupinambis can often be seen basking in the sun during the day.

Synonyms

teju
vsTupinambis
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A large black and yellow lizard from South America that raids chicken coops and people sometimes eat

is the scientific genus that includes such large South American terrestrial lizards
teiid lizard
vsTupinambis
  • Specialized
9.9

A tropical reptile from the Americas with a long tail and large belly scales

is a specific South American genus within that broader family
teiid
vsTupinambis
  • Specialized
9.9

A tropical lizard from the Americas with a long tail and big belly scales

is a particular South American genus rather than any family member
Teiidae
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  • Specialized
9.9

A group of lizards like whiptails that live mainly in the Americas

is one genus inside this family, focused on large terrestrial South American species

Surface Forms

Tupinambis singular
Tupinambis plural

Etymology

Tupinambis comes from the name of the Tupinambá, a Native people of Brazil. The name marks that these large ground lizards are 'from the Tupinambá' lands in South America, which is why scientists use it for this group of lizards.