Genus Leiopelma (Noun)
Meaning
Type and sole genus of the family Leiopelmatidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Leiopelma consists of native New Zealand frogs that belong to the family Leiopelmatidae.
- Leiopelma is a unique genus of frogs found only in New Zealand and is an ancient group dating back to the time of the dinosaurs.
- As the type and sole genus of the family Leiopelmatidae, Leiopelma has been an interesting subject for scientists studying amphibian evolution.
- New Zealand's unique ecosystem has allowed the genus Leiopelma to thrive with distinct characteristics from other frogs.
- Due to its classification as the type and sole genus of the family Leiopelmatidae, Leiopelma species are the focus of various studies on frog conservation.