Genus Lepidochelys (Noun)
Meaning
Ridleys.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Lepidochelys is home to the two main species of Ridleys, the olive ridley and the Kemp's ridley.
- There are two distinct species of sea turtles that fall under the genus Lepidochelys, also known as Ridleys.
- Conservation efforts have been made to protect the olive ridley, one of the two species found in the genus Lepidochelys.
- Research has been conducted on the unique characteristics of the genus Lepidochelys, particularly in Ridleys.
- Both species of Ridleys in the genus Lepidochelys have faced severe threats due to pollution and habitat loss.