Genus Scincella (Noun)
Meaning
A reptile genus of Scincidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Scincella is a group of skinks that primarily consists of species found in the mountainous regions of Asia.
- Species within the genus Scincella often display adaptations for burrowing or semi-burrowing lifestyles.
- A new species discovered in northern Thailand was classified under the genus Scincella due to its morphological characteristics.
- Researchers noticed the unique similarities between the genus Scincella and other skink species within the Scincidae family.
- Taxonomic revisions revealed that some members previously classified under a different genus were actually part of the genus Scincella.