Etymology · Ancient Greek
ἑρπετόν
3 English words descend from Ancient Greek ἑρπετόν, most common first.
- herpetologyThe branch of biology dealing with reptiles (Reptilia) and amphibians (Amphibia).
- herpetologistOne who studies reptiles and amphibians; a reptile and amphibian specialist.
- herpetophobiaFear of reptiles, amphibians, and similar animals.