Giant Salamander (Noun)
Meaning
Large (up to more than three feet) edible salamander of Asia.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The giant salamander is considered an endangered species due to overhunting for its meat and habitat loss in many parts of Asia.
- In some Asian cultures, the giant salamander is a delicacy and is served in high-end restaurants.
- Giant salamanders have been on the planet for over 30 million years, with fossil records showing their existence dating back to the Oligocene epoch.
- The Chinese giant salamander is the largest species of salamander and can grow up to 6 feet in length, although the average length is around 3-4 feet.
- Giant salamanders are nocturnal animals and spend most of their time hiding in underwater burrows or beneath rocks during the day.