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taricha

/təˈraɪ.kə/

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noun

/təˈraɪ.kə/C2formalscientific
  • ruИмя собственное, обозначающее род тихоокеанских тритонов — мелких ядовитых земноводных, обитающих вдоль западного побережья Северной Америки.

A proper noun referring to a genus of Pacific newts, which are small, toxic amphibians found along the west coast of North America.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Pacific newtsC2formalscientific

    A genus of newts native to the Pacific coast of North America, known for their toxic skin secretions.

    ruТихоокеанские тритоны

    • Taricha newts are found in coastal streams and ponds.
    • The rough-skinned newt (Taricha granulosa) produces a potent neurotoxin.
    • Researchers study Taricha for their unique chemical defenses.
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