Genus Hypsiglena (Noun)
Meaning
Night snakes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Hypsiglena is a group of non-venomous snakes commonly referred to as night snakes.
- Night snakes of the genus Hypsiglena are found primarily in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
- The genus Hypsiglena is characterized by their nocturnal behavior and slender bodies.
- Researchers have identified several species within the genus Hypsiglena, each with distinct markings and patterns.
- The genus Hypsiglena is often confused with the genus Leptodeira, but they can be distinguished by their unique scale patterns.