tuatara
US /ˌtuːəˈtɑːrə/
UK /ˌtuː.əˈtɑː.rə/
名詞
大蜥蜴
a nocturnal, lizard-like reptile endemic to New Zealand, the only surviving member of its order (Rhynchocephalia). It is known for its parietal eye and long lifespan.
範例:
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The tuatara is often called a 'living fossil' because of its ancient lineage.
大蜥蜴因其古老的血統常被稱為「活化石」。
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Conservation efforts are crucial to protect the endangered tuatara population.
保護瀕危的大蜥蜴族群至關重要。