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Crotaphytus

Crotaphytus

9.9
A kind of lizard with a dark collar that lives in dry places in North America
  • noun
  • /ˈkrōtəˌfītəs/
  • Specialized
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  • A well-known member of the genus Crotaphytus is commonly called the collared lizard.

Examples

  • A well-known member of the genus Crotaphytus is commonly called the collared lizard.

  • The genus Crotaphytus includes several species of colorful, active lizards found in the southwestern United States.

  • Researchers observed the mating behavior of Crotaphytus in its natural desert habitat.

  • The Crotaphytus is known for its vibrant colors.

  • Have you ever seen a Crotaphytus in the wild?

  • Researchers observed the mating behavior of Crotaphytus in its natural desert habitat.

  • The genus Crotaphytus includes several species of colorful, active lizards found in the southwestern United States.

Synonyms

genus Crotaphytus
vsCrotaphytus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of North American lizards with dark bands on their necks

is the shorter name that omits the explicit genus label
collared lizard
vsCrotaphytus
  • US
7.6

A large long-tailed lizard with two dark bands around its neck like a collar

refers to the broader group native to arid North American regions

Compounds

genus Crotaphytus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of North American lizards with dark bands on their necks

Surface Forms

Crotaphytus singular
Crotaphytus plural

Etymology

Crotaphytus comes from a Greek root krotaphē meaning 'temple' or 'side of the head'. A helpful way to remember it is that these collared lizards often have strong head and neck markings, so the name points to the lizards' marked head and collar.