Teju (Noun)
Meaning
Large (to 3 feet) blackish yellow-banded South American lizard; raid henhouses; used as food.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The teju is known to be an invasive species and is often hunted for its meat in many South American countries.
- Local farmers complain about the teju raids on their henhouses and consider them a nuisance.
- A delicacy in some parts of Brazil, the teju is roasted and served on special occasions.
- Conservationists have raised concerns about the impact of the teju population on local ecosystems.
- Teju is a traditional dish in many Argentinean households and is considered a source of protein during food shortages.