Horny Frog (Noun)
Meaning
Insectivorous lizard with hornlike spines on the head and spiny scales on the body; of western North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The horny frog, with its horn-like spines on its head, blends well with the rocky terrain of the desert.
- While on a hike, the hiker came across a small, spiky creature, later identified as a horny frog lizard.
- Due to the dwindling habitats in the American West, the horny frog is slowly disappearing from its native grounds.
- At night, the horny frog forages for ants, crickets, and beetles that crawl through its path.
- Experts often note that horny frogs obtain water mainly from their diet rather than relying on nearby water sources.