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tuatara Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A rare, lizard-like reptile native to New Zealand, notable for being the sole surviving member of the ancient order Rhynchocephalia and possessing a primitive 'third eye' on the top of its head.
Usage Example
"Conservationists have successfully reintroduced the sphenodon to several predator-free offshore islands in New Zealand to ensure the survival of the ancient species."
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sphenodon
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Tuatara. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/tuatara