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  • 1. herpetologist
  • Herpetologist in a sentence
Table of Contents
  • 1. herpetologist
  • Herpetologist in a sentence
Synonyms

1. herpetologist

noun. a zoologist who studies reptiles and amphibians.

Synonyms

  • zoologist

Sentences with herpetologist


1. Adjective
In 2010, noted herpetologist Richard Shine examined the literature regarding vertical pupils in a variety of snakes and found that hunting style rather than activity period, was more influential in determining pupil shape.

2. Noun, singular or mass
If a snake is venomous or acting aggressively, a herpetologist will use a snake hook to gently pick up the snake in the middle of the body.

3. Verb, base form
According to herpetologist Laurence M. Klauber, in his book “Rattlesnakes: Their Habits, Life Histories and Influence on Mankind,” he was able to rouse sleeping rattlesnakes by shining a penlight into their pupil.

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