Procavia capensis
Definition
Noun 1. A specific species of hyrax: Procavia capensis is the scientific name for the rock hyrax, a small, thickset, herbivorous mammal native to Africa and the Middle East. It is known for living in colonies among rocks and boulders.
Usage Examples
- The is often seen sunbathing on rocks in the early morning.
- Despite its small size, the is surprisingly related to elephants and manatees.
- Researchers are studying the social structure of colonies.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific and zoological contexts, the binomial nomenclature is used for precise identification, distinguishing it from other hyrax species like the tree hyrax ().
Variants and Related Words
- Rock hyrax (n): The common name for .
- Dassie (n): A regional name, commonly used in South Africa, for the rock hyrax.
- Hyrax (n): The general name for the order of mammals to which belongs.
Synonyms
- Rock hyrax
- Dassie (regional)
Related Phrases
- Hyrax family: Refers to the biological family Procaviidae, which includes .
- Rock dwelling mammal: A descriptive phrase for animals like that inhabit rocky terrain.
Noun
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hyrax that lives in rocky areas
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