genus sistrurus

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Noun genus sistrurus has 1 sense

Sistrurus, genus Sistrurus - pygmy rattlesnakes
--₁ is a kind of reptile genus
--₁ is a member of Crotalidae, family Crotalidae
--₁ has members: massasauga, massasauga rattler, Sistrurus catenatus

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Genus Sistrurus

Description:

The genus Sistrurus is a group of venomous pit vipers known as the massasaugas. They are a small, rattlesnake-like snake species found in North America, particularly in the United States and Mexico.

Sense 1 - Noun:

A taxonomic category in biology, comprising several similar snake species.

Example Sentence:

The genus Sistrurus includes the Eastern Massasauga, the Western Massasauga, and the Desert Massasauga.

Sense 2 - Adjective (Popular):

Referring to something widely appreciated or well-liked by a large group of people.

Example Sentence:

Harry Potter books are a part of the genus Sistrurus in the fantasy genre.

Sense 3 - Adjective (Local):

Referring to something specific or unique to a particular area or community.

Example Sentence:

The café serves delicious pastries that are a genus Sistrurus delicacy among the locals.