Herpetologist

Synonyms of herpetologist

• reptile expert
• amphibian specialist
• serpentologist

Antonyms of herpetologist

• entomologist
• ornithologist
• mammalogist

Collocations of herpetologist

reptiles

Frequency: 80 %

As a herpetologist, she specializes in studying reptiles.

amphibians

Frequency: 70 %

The herpetologist's research focuses on amphibians in tropical rainforests.

snake

Frequency: 60 %

The herpetologist carefully handled the venomous snake during fieldwork.

lizard

Frequency: 50 %

The herpetologist identified the species of lizard based on its markings.

turtles

Frequency: 45 %

The herpetologist observed the nesting behavior of sea turtles on the beach.

Idiomatic Expressions for herpetologist

• Phrase: Herpetologist at heart
  Meaning: Someone who has a deep passion for studying reptiles and amphibians
  Usage: Even though she works as an accountant, she's a herpetologist at heart and spends her weekends volunteering at the local reptile sanctuary.