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Polypedatidae

Polypedatidae

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A family of frogs that live in trees in Asia
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Polypedatidae
  • Due to their arboreal lifestyle, Polypedatidae frogs have developed special adaptations to grasp branches.

Examples

  • Scientists study the Polypedatidae to better understand arboreal adaptations in frogs.

  • The Polypedatidae are commonly found in forests throughout Southeast Asia.

  • Members of the Polypedatidae exhibit a remarkable variety of vocalizations.

  • The Polypedatidae family includes many colorful species.

  • Have you ever seen a Polypedatidae in the wild?

  • The Polypedatidae are often spotted climbing trees in tropical jungles.

  • In Asia, the Polypedatidae family is known for its vibrant colors and unique calls.

Synonyms

family Polypedatidae
vsPolypedatidae
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of tree frogs from Asia and parts of Africa

is mainly found in Asia rather than also in Africa

Compounds

family Polypedatidae
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of tree frogs from Asia and parts of Africa

Surface Forms

Polypedatidae singular
Polypedatidaes plural

Morphology

Polypedatidae = Polypedates (opaque) = Polypedates + idae

The form is a scientific family name formed by adding the taxonomic suffix '-idae' to the genus name; this is specialized terminology not transparently understood by general learners.

Etymology

Polypedatidae comes from Greek parts poly- ('many') and pedates ('leapers'), and the ending -idae marks a family of animals. So the name is like a 'family of many leapers', which fits these tree frogs that jump a lot.