saxicolous (Meaning)
Wordnet
saxicolous (a)
growing on or living among rocks
Webster
saxicolous (a.)
Growing on rocks.
Synonyms & Antonyms of saxicolous
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saxicolous Sentence Examples
- The saxicolous lichen Rhizocarpon geographicum is commonly found on exposed rocks.
- Saxicolous plants, such as ferns and mosses, thrive on the rocky surfaces of cliffs.
- The saxicolous snails of the genus Chondrina inhabit crevices and fissures in rocks.
- Saxicolous insects, such as beetles and spiders, seek shelter and food among rocks.
- The saxicolous lizard Agama stellio basks on rocks to regulate its body temperature.
- Saxicolous vegetation provides important habitat for a variety of wildlife.
- Research on saxicolous ecosystems reveals the ecological importance of rocky habitats.
- Saxicolous communities are often resilient to environmental disturbances due to their adaptations to harsh conditions.
- Saxicolous plants play a vital role in weathering and soil formation by colonizing bare rock.
- The study of saxicolous organisms contributes to our understanding of biological diversity and adaptation in extreme environments.
FAQs About the word saxicolous
growing on or living among rocksGrowing on rocks.
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The saxicolous lichen Rhizocarpon geographicum is commonly found on exposed rocks.
Saxicolous plants, such as ferns and mosses, thrive on the rocky surfaces of cliffs.
The saxicolous snails of the genus Chondrina inhabit crevices and fissures in rocks.
Saxicolous insects, such as beetles and spiders, seek shelter and food among rocks.
