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Southern Spadefoot

Description:

The Southern Spadefoot (Scaphiopus couchii) is a species of small to medium-sized amphibian found in the southern United States and northern Mexico. It belongs to the family Scaphiopodidae and is known for its distinctive spade-shaped feet, which it uses for digging burrows.

Parts of Speech:

Noun: The Southern Spadefoot is a burrowing amphibian.

Adjective: The Southern Spadefoot frog is native to the southern United States.

Senses:

Sense 1: The Southern Spadefoot refers to a species of amphibian.

Sense 2: The Southern Spadefoot can also refer to the specific frog of this species.

Sample Sentences:

Noun: The Southern Spadefoot is highly adapted for burrowing and spends most of its life underground.

Noun: The Southern Spadefoot is listed as a species of special concern due to habitat loss.

Adjective: The Southern Spadefoot frog has unique adaptations for surviving in arid environments.

Usages:

Popular Usage: The Southern Spadefoot is known for its ability to survive in harsh desert conditions.

Local Usage: In local communities, the Southern Spadefoot is considered a symbol of resilience and adaptability.

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