What is another word for herpet-?
Pronunciation: [hˈɜːpɪt] (IPA) 
The prefix "herpet-" is commonly used in biology to refer to amphibians and reptiles. However, there are several synonyms that can be used to describe these groups of animals. One such synonym is "chelon-" which refers to turtles and tortoises. Another synonym is "ophi-" which refers to snakes. "Batrach-" is yet another synonym used to describe frogs and toads. The prefix "squamata-" is used to describe lizards and snakes, while "croco-" is used to describe crocodiles and alligators. These synonyms are useful for identifying and categorizing different types of amphibians and reptiles within scientific research, as well as in naturalist observations and popular science discussions.
