Anguis Fragilis (Noun)
Meaning
Small burrowing legless European lizard with tiny eyes; popularly believed to be blind.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The anguis fragilis is a small and secretive species that lives underground in many parts of Europe.
- As a legless lizard, the anguis fragilis relies heavily on its sense of smell to navigate and hunt.
- Popularly misunderstood as being blind, the anguis fragilis actually has very small, bead-like eyes that it uses to detect light.
- In gardens, the anguis fragilis can be a welcome visitor, helping to control the populations of insect pests.
- Despite its limitations, the anguis fragilis has evolved unique adaptations that allow it to thrive in its underground environment.