Genus Lambis (Noun)
Meaning
Scorpion shells of shallow tropical waters of the eastern hemisphere.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Lambis, commonly known as scorpion shells, can be found in shallow tropical waters of the eastern hemisphere.
- Species within the genus Lambis are prized by collectors for their unique, ornate shells.
- In tropical waters of the Indo-Pacific region, the genus Lambis is abundant and highly diverse.
- Shells from the genus Lambis have been used for centuries in various cultures for adornment and other purposes.
- Marine biologists often study the genus Lambis to gain insights into the evolution of large, tropical sea snails.