genus siren (Meaning)
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genus siren (n)
a genus of Sirenidae
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus siren
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus siren Sentence Examples
- The genus Siren belongs to the family Sirenidae, a group of aquatic salamanders.
- Siren species are characterized by their eel-like bodies and lack of hind limbs.
- The genus Siren includes three recognized species: the greater siren, lesser siren, and dwarf siren.
- Siren lacertina, the greater siren, is the largest species in the genus, reaching lengths of up to 3 feet.
- Siren intermedia, the lesser siren, is a smaller species that inhabits clear streams and ponds.
- Siren dwarf, the dwarf siren, is the smallest member of the genus and is restricted to the Gulf Coastal Plain.
- Siren species inhabit swamps, marshes, and other freshwater habitats throughout the southeastern United States.
- Siren salamanders are carnivorous and feed primarily on crustaceans, insects, and fish.
- The genus Siren is ovoviviparous, meaning females retain their eggs internally until they hatch.
- Siren populations are threatened by habitat loss, pollution, and climate change.
FAQs About the word genus siren
a genus of Sirenidae
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The genus Siren belongs to the family Sirenidae, a group of aquatic salamanders.
Siren species are characterized by their eel-like bodies and lack of hind limbs.
The genus Siren includes three recognized species: the greater siren, lesser siren, and dwarf siren.
Siren lacertina, the greater siren, is the largest species in the genus, reaching lengths of up to 3 feet.
