Erythrocebus

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Definition

Noun: * A genus of Old World monkeys, Erythrocebus, containing a single species, the patas monkey (Erythrocebus patas). It is characterized by its terrestrial lifestyle, long limbs for fast running, and distinctive reddish coat on its back.

Usage
  • The word "Erythrocebus" is a scientific, taxonomic term used primarily in zoology, primatology, and academic contexts. It functions as a proper noun (the genus name) and is always capitalized.
  • It is used to classify and refer specifically to this genus of primate.
Examples
  • In scientific classification: " is a genus within the subfamily Cercopithecinae."
  • In behavioral study: "Researchers observed the foraging behavior of in the savanna."
  • In comparative anatomy: "The limb proportions of are adapted for cursorial locomotion."
Advanced Usage
  • The genus name is often used in its full binomial form, , to specify the single species.
  • It can be used attributively as a modifier (e.g., " morphology," " ecology").
Variants and Related Words
  • Patas monkey (n.): The common name for the species .
  • Cercopithecidae (n.): The biological family (Old World monkeys) to which the genus belongs.
Synonyms
  • Patas monkey (when referring to the species, not the genus itself).
  • Hussar monkey (a less common common name).
Different Meanings
  • "Erythrocebus" has only one specific meaning as a zoological genus name. It does not have general English meanings outside of scientific taxonomy.
Noun
  1. patas

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