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Teiidae

Teiidae

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A group of lizards like whiptails that live mainly in the Americas
  • noun
  • /teɪˈiːdə/
  • Specialized
: teiidae
  • Whiptails, members of the Teiidae, can sometimes reproduce without males.

Examples

  • The Teiidae family includes many species of active, fast-moving lizards.

  • Researchers studied the habitat preferences of several Teiidae in South America.

  • The Teiidae family includes many unique species.

  • Did you know that Teiidae are known for their speed?

  • The Teiidae family is known for its diverse species that thrive in various ecosystems across the Americas.

  • Many researchers are fascinated by the reproductive habits of Teiidae, especially the whiptail lizards.

  • The slender bodies of Teiidae allow them to navigate through complex terrains in search of food.

Surface Forms

Teiidae singular
Teiidae plural

Etymology

Teiidae comes from the scientific name Teius and the ending -idae, which means 'family' in biology. So Teiidae is the 'family' of lizards related to Teius, a group that includes whiptails and other lizards with long, fast tails.