Pygopus
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A lizard that looks like a snake with very small or no legs
- noun
- Australian
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Pygopus
- Unlike true snakes, Pygopus retains rudimentary hind limbs.
Examples
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The Pygopus lizard resembles a snake due to its elongated, limbless body.
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Some species of Pygopus can be found in Australia.
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Scientists discovered a new species within the genus Pygopus in Australia.
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The Pygopus is known for its elongated body.
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Scientists discovered a new species within the genus Pygopus in Australia.
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The Pygopus lizard resembles a snake due to its elongated, limbless body.
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Some species of Pygopus can be found in Australia.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Pygopus comes from the Greek parts pygōn 'rear' and pous 'foot', so it literally means 'rear-foot'. That's why the lizards called Pygopus look like snakes but keep a tiny foot near the tail, and the name points to that hidden back leg.
