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Urosaurus

Urosaurus

9.9
A group of small lizards that live in trees and bushes in North and Central America
  • noun
  • /ˌjʊərəˈsɔːrəs/
  • Specialized
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  • The Urosaurus is often found basking on tree branches in arid regions.

Examples

  • Scientists recently discovered a new species within the Urosaurus genus.

  • Because of its distinctive blue markings, the Urosaurus is easy to identify for herpetologists.

  • The Urosaurus is often found in trees.

  • Did you see the Urosaurus in the park?

  • Herpetologists commonly study the Urosaurus, a small lizard known for its vibrant colors.

  • In the forests of Central America, the Urosaurus can often be spotted climbing trees.

  • The Urosaurus uses its agility to navigate through branches as it searches for food.

Compounds

Urosaurus ornatus
  • Specialized
9.9

A small climbing lizard that lives in the western United States and northern Mexico

Surface Forms

Urosaurus singular
Urosaurus plural

Etymology

Urosaurus comes from Greek parts uro- 'tail' and -saurus 'lizard', the same -saurus you see in dinosaur, so it means 'tail lizard' and is a fitting name for a group of small lizards.