chlamydosaurus

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Noun chlamydosaurus has 1 sense

Chlamydosaurus, genus Chlamydosaurus - frilled lizards
--₁ is a kind of reptile genus
--₁ is a member of Agamidae, family Agamidae
--₁ has members: frilled lizard, Chlamydosaurus kingi

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Term: Chlamydosaurus

Description:

Chlamydosaurus, commonly known as the frilled lizard, is a species of lizard native to Australia and New Guinea. It is characterized by its fringed and expandable neck flap, which it displays when threatened or during courtship. The chlamydosaurus is a fascinating creature, both in appearance and behavior.

Senses:

Sense 1 - Noun:

A species of lizard with a fringed and expandable neck flap.

Example Sentence: The chlamydosaurus startled its prey by flaring its frilled neck.

Sense 2 - Noun:

Australian and New Guinean dragon lizard species of the genus Chlamydosaurus.

Example Sentence: Chlamydosaurus, or frilled lizards, are fascinating reptiles found in the wilds of Australia and New Guinea.