Nasua
Definition
Noun: 1. A genus of mammals: Nasua is the scientific genus name for coatis, which are mammals belonging to the family Procyonidae (the same family as raccoons). They are native to the Americas.
Usage Notes
- The word is primarily used in scientific, zoological, or academic contexts. It is a taxonomic term.
- In everyday language, the common name "coati" is used instead.
- It is always capitalized, as it is a proper noun referring to a genus.
Examples
- Scientific context:
- The genus Nasua comprises two main species: the white-nosed coati and the South American coati.
- Researchers studied the foraging behavior of Nasua narica.
- General zoological context:
- Animals in the genus Nasua are characterized by their long, flexible snouts and ringed tails.
Advanced Usage
- Taxonomic Classification: The term is used to specify the genus level in the biological classification system (e.g., Kingdom: Animalia, Phylum: Chordata, Class: Mammalia, Order: Carnivora, Family: Procyonidae, Genus: Nasua, Species: ).
Variants and Related Words
- Coati (noun): The common name for any mammal within the genera or .
- We saw a family of coatis searching for food near the trail.
- Procyonid (noun): A member of the family Procyonidae, which includes raccoons, coatis, kinkajous, ringtails, and cacomistles.
- Raccoons and coatis are both procyonids.
Synonyms
- Coati (common name)
- Coatimundi (an alternative common name, though this often refers specifically to solitary males)
Different Meanings
- has only one specific meaning as a scientific genus name. It is not used in idiomatic expressions or with other meanings.
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