Tayassuidae

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Definition

Noun: 1. Peccaries: Tayassuidae is the biological family name for a group of hoofed mammals commonly known as peccaries. These are pig-like animals native to the Americas, characterized by their small size, tusks, and a scent gland on their back.

Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The biologist specialized in studying the behavior of the Tayassuidae.
    • Fossil records show that Tayassuidae have existed in the Americas for millions of years.
    • The collared peccary is the most widespread member of the family Tayassuidae.
Advanced Usage
  • In scientific/zoological context: The term is used almost exclusively in formal biological classification to group related species (, , etc.) under one taxonomic family.
    • The research paper compared the dental structures of Suidae (true pigs) and Tayassuidae.
Variants and Related Words
  • Peccary (n): The common name for any member of the family Tayassuidae.
    • We saw a herd of peccaries in the desert.
  • Javelina (n): A regional name, primarily used in the southwestern United States, for the collared peccary.
    • Javelinas are often mistaken for wild pigs.
Synonyms
  • Peccaries: The direct and most common synonym.
  • New World pigs: A descriptive, non-scientific term highlighting their geographical distinction from true pigs (Suidae).
Notes on Meaning

This word has a single, highly specific meaning within the domain of zoology and taxonomy. It is not used in everyday conversation. The common equivalent is always "peccary" or "peccaries".

Noun
  1. peccaries

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