Arctocebus calabarensis
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Definition
- Noun:
- A species of primate: Arctocebus calabarensis is the scientific name for a specific kind of strepsirrhine primate, commonly known as the Calabar angwantibo or golden potto.
- A type of prosimian: It refers to a small, nocturnal primate found in the rainforests of West Africa, characterized by a slow, deliberate movement and a diet primarily of insects and fruit.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Arctocebus calabarensis is distinguished by its large eyes and short tail.
- Researchers are studying the habitat of Arctocebus calabarensis in Nigeria and Cameroon.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: The name is used in biological classification to precisely identify this species within the genus .
- The specimen was confirmed to be Arctocebus calabarensis through genetic analysis.
Variants and Related Words
- Calabar angwantibo: The common English name for .
- Golden potto: Another common name for this species.
- Arctocebus (noun): The genus to which this species belongs.
- Angwantibo: A term that can refer to the genus or its species.
Synonyms
- Calabar angwantibo
- Golden potto
Related Terms (Contextual)
- Prosimian: A suborder of primates that includes lemurs, lorises, and galagos. is a prosimian, not a true lemur.
- Strepsirrhine: The infraorder that includes prosimians with moist noses.
- Nocturnal: Active at night, a key behavioral trait of this species.
Noun
- a kind of lemur