Pithecia
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of New World monkeys: Pithecia is the scientific genus name for the saki monkeys, a group of primates found in South American rainforests.
- A type of saki monkey: Informally, "pithecia" can refer to any monkey belonging to this genus, characterized by their long, bushy tails and often distinctive facial hair.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The biologist specialized in studying the behavior of Pithecia.
- We observed a pithecia, or saki monkey, moving quietly through the canopy.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: The word is primarily used in scientific writing, zoology, and wildlife conservation.
- The classification of the new species within the genus Pithecia was confirmed through genetic testing.
Variants and Related Words
- Saki (monkey): The common name for monkeys of the genus .
- The white-faced saki is one of the most recognizable species.
- Pithecinae: The subfamily that includes the genera (sakis), (bearded sakis), and (uakaris).
Synonyms
- Saki monkey: The most common synonym in non-scientific contexts.
Related Phrases
- Pitheciid: Pertaining to the family Pitheciidae, which includes sakis, titis, and uakaris.
- Pitheciid primates are known for their specialized dentition.
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