Melursus

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Definition

Noun 1. A genus of mammals: Melursus is the genus name for the sloth bear, a specific type of bear found in the Indian subcontinent. In some taxonomic classifications, it is considered a separate genus, while in others it is included within the genus Ursus.

Usage Notes
  • The word Melursus is a scientific, taxonomic term used primarily in biology and zoology. It is not used in everyday conversation.
  • It is always capitalized, as it is a proper noun referring to a genus name.
  • In non-scientific contexts, the common name "sloth bear" is used instead.
Examples
  • The Melursus is distinguished from other bears by its shaggy coat and long, curved claws used for digging.
  • A recent study debated whether Melursus should remain a separate genus or be merged into .
  • The sloth bear () is the only surviving species within the genus Melursus.
Advanced Usage
  • Taxonomic Classification: The term is used in the formal biological classification of species (Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species).
    • Example: The full taxonomic designation for the sloth bear is Carnivora, Ursidae, Melursus, ursinus.
Variants and Related Words
  • Sloth Bear (n.): The common name for the animal belonging to the genus .
    • Example: The sloth bear primarily feeds on termites and ants.
  • Ursus (n.): The genus that includes brown bears, black bears, and polar bears. is sometimes classified under this genus.
    • Example: The debate centers on whether the sloth bear is part of Ursus or its own genus, Melursus.
Synonyms
  • Genus Melursus (scientific synonym)
  • Sloth bear genus (descriptive synonym)
Different Meanings

This word has only one specific meaning as a scientific genus name in zoology. It does not have idiomatic meanings or phrasal verbs.

Noun
  1. sloth bears; in some classifications not a separate genus from Ursus

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