Aotus
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of nocturnal primates: Aotus is the genus name for a group of New World monkeys commonly known as night monkeys or owl monkeys. They are characterized by their large eyes adapted for night vision and their quiet, arboreal lifestyle.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The biologist studied the behavior of the Aotus in its natural habitat.
- Aotus monkeys are unique among New World primates for being nocturnal.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: The word is always capitalized as it is a proper noun referring to a genus. It is often used in scientific literature.
- The research paper compared the vision of Aotus to that of diurnal primates.
Variants and Related Words
- Douroucouli: (noun) Another common name for monkeys of the genus .
- The douroucouli is also called the night monkey.
- Night monkey: (noun) The most widely used common name for species.
- Owl monkey: (noun) Another common name referencing their large, owl-like eyes.
Synonyms
- Night monkey
- Owl monkey
- Douroucouli
Related Phrases
- Aotus trivirgatus: (noun phrase) The scientific name for a specific species within the genus, the three-striped night monkey.
- Aotus trivirgatus is found in the rainforests of South America.
Noun
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