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genus Rana

genus Rana

8.7
A group of related frogs in the true frog family
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒɛnəs ˈrɑːnə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Rana
  • The genus Rana includes many species of frogs.

Examples

  • The genus Rana includes several widely distributed and familiar frog species.

  • Scientists have discovered a new species within the genus Rana in Southeast Asia.

  • Researchers compared the habitat preferences of frogs from the genus Rana and other genera.

  • Many scientists study the genus Rana for their unique adaptations.

  • Researchers compared the habitat preferences of frogs from the genus Rana and other genera.

  • Scientists have discovered a new species within the genus Rana in Southeast Asia.

  • The genus Rana includes several widely distributed and familiar frog species.

Synonyms

Rana
vsgenus Rana
  • Specialized
9.3

A group of frogs found in many parts of the world

is the same group but without specifying worldwide distribution

Surface Forms

genus Rana singular
genera Rana plural

Morphology

genus + Rana

The phrase literally combines the biological rank 'genus' with the taxonomic name 'Rana', so its meaning ('the genus called Rana') is directly derivable from the constituents. A B1 learner who knows 'genus' as a grouping of species and recognizes 'Rana' as a name will understand this composition; taxonomic naming conventions are cross-linguistically regular, supporting transparency.

Etymology

Genus Rana comes from Latin: Rana means 'frog' and genus is a name for a 'group' of related species. So genus Rana is the scientific name for a group of 'true frogs'.