Reptilia
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of Reptilia
From New Latin, dating back to 1620–30; reptilian
Example Sentences
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The snake is being cared for at Reptilia in Ossett, Wakefield.
From BBC • Jul. 24, 2023
For this reason, many modern scientists prefer to consider the birds part of Reptilia as well.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015
Many modern authors classify birds within Reptilia, which correctly reflects their evolutionary heritage.
From Textbooks • Jan. 1, 2015
A synopsis of the Class Reptilia in Australia.
From Scientific American • Nov. 15, 2012
They were never figured, but his manuscript names are as follows:— Reptilia.
From Early Days in North Queensland by Palmer, Edward
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