Worm Salamander (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several small slim salamanders of the Pacific coast of the United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The worm salamander, found in the redwood forests of California, is a rare and endangered species.
- A biologist studying amphibians in the Pacific Northwest was thrilled to spot a worm salamander in its natural habitat.
- After a heavy rain, a worm salamander emerged from the underbrush and began its nocturnal hunt for insects.
- The worm salamander, also known as the slender salamander, is an important food source for many birds and small mammals.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the habitat of the worm salamander, which is threatened by human development and climate change.