Arctocebus
Definition
Noun 1. A genus of primates: Arctocebus is the scientific genus name for a group of small, nocturnal primates commonly known as angwantibos or golden pottos, belonging to the family Lorisidae.
Usage
Arctocebus is used exclusively in scientific and zoological contexts to classify and refer to this specific genus of prosimian primates. - The biologist is studying the locomotion of Arctocebus. - Arctocebus calabarensis is one of the two recognized species within the genus.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy: The word is used to denote a precise level of biological classification (genus), above species and below family.
- The family Lorisidae includes the genera Arctocebus, Loris, and Nycticebus.
Variants and Related Words
- Angwantibo (n): The common name for animals of the genus .
- The angwantibo is a rare primate found in West Africa.
- Golden potto (n): Another common name for .
- Lorisidae (n): The biological family to which the genus belongs.
Synonyms
- Angwantibo (common name)
- Golden potto (common name for one species)
Related Terms
- Prosimian (n): A suborder of primates that includes lemurs, lorises, and galagos. is a prosimian.
- Nocturnal (adj): Active at night. species are nocturnal.
- Arboreal (adj): Living in trees. are arboreal primates.
Noun
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a genus of Lorisidae
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