Genus Bombina (Noun)
Meaning
Fire-bellied toads.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The fire-bellied toad genus Bombina is known for its ability to secrete a toxin that can deter predators.
- Genus Bombina toads are found in central and eastern Europe as well as eastern Asia.
- The genus Bombina consists of three main species: the European fire-bellied toad, the Asian fire-bellied toad, and the Hubei fire-bellied toad.
- In the past, genus Bombina was classified under the family Bombidae.
- The genus Bombina has undergone several reclassifications, reflecting its complicated evolutionary history.