Family Rhiptoglossa (Noun)
Meaning
Old World chameleons; in some classifications they are considered a superfamily of Sauria.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family Rhiptoglossa is a group of Old World chameleons that are characterized by their ability to change color.
- Some taxonomists consider the family Rhiptoglossa to be a superfamily of Sauria, which includes all lizards.
- The family Rhiptoglossa is thought to have originated in Africa, where many species can still be found today.
- In some classifications, the family Rhiptoglossa is divided into several subfamilies, each with distinct characteristics.
- The family Rhiptoglossa includes some of the most well-known species of chameleons, such as the veiled chameleon and the Jackson's chameleon.