Tupaia
Definition
Noun 1. A genus of mammals: Tupaia is the type genus of the family Tupaiidae, commonly known as tree shrews. It is the chief or principal genus within this family.
Usage Notes
- is a scientific, taxonomic name used in zoology and biology. It is always capitalized.
- It refers specifically to the genus as a classification group, not to an individual animal. An individual animal is a "tree shrew" or a member of the genus .
Examples
- The genus Tupaia includes several species of small, agile mammals found in Southeast Asia.
- Tupaia is studied for its unique evolutionary position, sharing characteristics with both insectivores and primates.
- The common tree shrew, , is a representative species of the genus Tupaia.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy, is cited as the type genus for the family Tupaiidae. This means it serves as the defining example for that family's characteristics.
Variants and Related Words
- Tupaiidae (n): The family name to which the genus belongs.
- tree shrew (n): The common name for animals belonging to the family Tupaiidae, including the genus .
Synonyms
- (As a group of animals): tree shrews (common name)
Noun
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the type genus of the Tupaia: chief genus of tree shrews
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