hellbender

[hel-ben-der]

hellbender Definition

a large, aquatic salamander with a flat head and body, found in rivers and streams of eastern North America.

Using hellbender: Examples

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    The hellbender is also known as the 'snot otter' or 'devil dog'.

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    Hellbenders can grow up to two feet long.

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    The hellbender is an indicator species for water quality.

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Summary: hellbender in Brief

A 'hellbender' [hel-ben-der] is a large, flat-headed, aquatic salamander found in rivers and streams of eastern North America. It is also known as the 'snot otter' or 'devil dog'. Hellbenders can grow up to two feet long and are an indicator species for water quality.