Thamnophis (Noun)
Meaning
Garter snakes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Thamnophis sirtalis, the common garter snake, is widely distributed across North America.
- Thamnophis is a genus of garter snakes and ribbon snakes found throughout the Americas.
- The species Thamnophis sauritus has distinctive markings and a distinct color pattern.
- Garter snakes, including the genus Thamnophis, are often seen basking in the sun near ponds.
- Thamnophis marcianus is a Mexican species of garter snake with striking red markings on its throat.