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western skink

 

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Noun western skink has 1 sense
  1. western skink, Eumeces skiltonianus - found in western North American grasslands and open woodlands
    --1 is a kind of skink, scincid, scincid lizard
    --1 is a member of Eumeces, genus Eumeces

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Western Skink

Description:

The Western Skink is a species of lizard native to western North America. It belongs to the family Scincidae and has a slender body, smooth scales, and a distinct blue tail. These skinks are known for their ability to shed their tails if threatened by predators.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

Sense 1:

A type of lizard native to western North America.

Example sentence: The Western Skink is commonly found in rocky areas and grasslands.

Sense 2:

A member of the family Scincidae.

Example sentence: The Western Skink shares its habitat with other species of skinks.

Sense 3:

The distinct blue tail of the Western Skink.

Example sentence: When attacked, the Western Skink can detach its tail as a defense mechanism.

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