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Trimorphodon

Trimorphodon

9.9
A snake from North and Central America with a mark on its head like a small harp
  • noun
  • /traɪˈmɔrfəˌdɒn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Trimorphodon
  • The Trimorphodon is easily recognized by the lyre-shaped marking on its head.

Examples

  • Researchers observed several Trimorphodon hunting for lizards at dusk.

  • Many Trimorphodons have distinct lyre-shaped markings.

  • A Trimorphodon can climb rocky slopes with remarkable agility.

  • The Trimorphodon is a fascinating species of snake.

  • The Trimorphodon is known for its unique lyre-shaped head markings that help it camouflage in its environment.

  • In North and Central America, the Trimorphodon is often found resting in trees during daylight hours.

  • A Trimorphodon can be identified by its beautiful patterns and is often a subject of interest for herpetologists.

Synonyms

lyre snake
vsTrimorphodon
  • US
9.9

A mildly venomous snake with a V-shaped mark on its head that lives in rocky areas

is the formal scientific name rather than the common name

Compounds

Trimorphodon lambda
  • Specialized
9.9

A desert snake from southwestern North America that is not venomous and has a V-shaped mark on its head

Surface Forms

Trimorphodon singular
Trimorphodons plural

Etymology

Trimorphodon comes from Greek parts meaning 'three' (tri-), 'shape' (morpho-) and 'tooth' (-don). Scientists used this name to point to the snake's different tooth shapes, and that name helps identify this group of lyre snakes with the lyre-shaped mark on their head.