African wild ass

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A wild ass of Africa: The African wild ass is a wild member of the horse family (Equidae) native to the deserts and arid regions of northeastern Africa. It is the ancestor of the domestic donkey.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The African wild ass is an endangered species with only a few hundred individuals remaining in the wild.
    • Conservationists are working to protect the remaining habitats of the African wild ass.
Advanced Usage
  • Scientific context: Often referred to by its scientific name, , in biological or conservation literature.
    • Equus africanus is critically endangered due to hunting and habitat loss.
Variants and Related Words
  • Nubian wild ass (n): A subspecies of the African wild ass ().
  • Somali wild ass (n): Another subspecies (), known for its distinctive leg stripes.
  • Wild ass (n): The general term for undomesticated asses, which includes the African wild ass and the Asian wild ass ().
Synonyms
  • Equus africanus: The scientific name.
  • Wild donkey: A common, though less precise, name.
Related Phrases
  • "Conservation status of the African wild ass": A phrase commonly used in environmental and zoological discussions.
    • The conservation status of the African wild ass is a major concern for wildlife organizations.
Noun
  1. a wild ass of Africa

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