Rana
Rana
Rana (pronounced: /ˈrɑːnə/) is a genus of frogs commonly known as the "true frogs". The term is derived from the Latin word "rana", which means "frog".
Etymology
The term "Rana" is derived from the Latin word "rana", which means "frog". This term has been used since the 18th century to classify a genus of frogs.
Definition
Rana is a genus of frogs in the family Ranidae. They are commonly referred to as the "true frogs" because of their typical frog characteristics such as long hind legs, webbed feet, and a smooth, moist skin.
Related Terms
- Ranidae: The family to which the Rana genus belongs. It includes more than 750 species of frogs.
- Amphibian: The class of animals to which frogs belong. They are cold-blooded vertebrates that spend some of their life in water and some on land.
- Genus: A rank in the biological classification (taxonomy) that groups closely related species together. Rana is a genus in the family Ranidae.
Pronunciation
The term "Rana" is pronounced as /ˈrɑːnə/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rana
- Wikipedia's article - Rana
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