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genus chelydra

 

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Noun genus chelydra has 1 sense
  1. Chelydra, genus Chelydra - snapping turtles
    --1 is a kind of reptile genus
    --1 is a member of Chelydridae, family Chelydridae
    --1 has members: common snapping turtle, snapper, Chelydra serpentina

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Genus Chelydra

Definition: Genus Chelydra refers to a taxonomic classification of turtles commonly known as snapping turtles.

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  • Noun

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A genus of turtles belonging to the family Chelydridae, known for their aggressive temperament and powerful jaws.

Example sentence: Snapping turtles, belonging to the genus Chelydra, are often found in freshwater habitats across North America.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The taxonomic classification that includes common snapping turtles (Chelydra serpentina).

Example sentence: The genus Chelydra includes various species of snapping turtles, all characterized by their unique adaptations for survival.

genus chateura genus chauna genus cheilanthes genus cheiranthus genus chelidonium genus chelifer genus chelone genus chelonia genus chelydra genus chenopodium genus chilomastix genus chilomeniscus genus chilomycterus genus chilopsis genus chimaera genus chimaphila genus chimonanthus

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