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Rhiptoglossa (Noun)

Meaning

Old World chameleons; in some classifications they are considered a superfamily of Sauria.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • Rhiptoglossa is a distinctive group within Old World chameleons that exhibit unique tongue-protruding abilities.
  • Some taxonomists consider Rhiptoglossa a superfamily of Sauria, while others place it as a separate infraorder.
  • The evolutionary relationships between Rhiptoglossa and other chameleon groups are still a subject of ongoing research.
  • In certain classifications, the infraorder Rhiptoglossa encompasses over 50 species of Old World chameleons.
  • Rhiptoglossa's broad tongue is perfectly suited for capturing fast and agile prey items in its natural environment.

Synonyms

  • Family Chamaeleontidae
  • Chamaeleonidae
  • Family Rhiptoglossa
  • Chamaeleontidae
  • Family Chamaeleonidae

Hypernyms

  • Reptile Family
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