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Proteus Anguinus.
Proteus Anguinus - as a noun
European aquatic salamander with permanent external gills that lives in caves
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
olmExample Sentences
"The proteus anguinus is endemic to the subterranean waters of the Balkan Peninsula."
"This species, proteus anguinus, has adapted to the complete darkness of its cave habitat."
"The proteus anguinus is an important and protected species in many European countries."
"Since proteus anguinus lives in dark caves, it has developed extraordinary sensory adaptations."
"The proteus anguinus can live for a remarkably long time, up to 100 years in some cases."
