Ursus ursinus

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A species of bear: "Ursus ursinus" is the scientific name for the sloth bear, a specific type of bear characterized by a long snout, coarse black hair, and a distinctive pale Y- or V-shaped mark on its chest. It is native to the Indian subcontinent.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The Ursus ursinus is primarily nocturnal and feeds on termites and fruits.
    • Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting the habitat of Ursus ursinus.
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic context: Used in scientific and zoological writing to refer precisely to the sloth bear species, distinguishing it from other bears like (brown bear) or (giant panda).
    • The study focused on the foraging behavior of Ursus ursinus.
Variants and Related Words
  • Sloth bear (n): The common English name for .
    • The sloth bear (Ursus ursinus) is known for its shaggy coat.
  • Melursus ursinus (n): An alternative genus classification sometimes used for this species.
    • Some taxonomic lists classify the sloth bear as Melursus ursinus.
Synonyms
  • Sloth bear: The standard common name.
  • Labiated bear: An older common name, referring to its long, flexible lips used for sucking up insects.
Notes
  • This term is a scientific binomial name (genus and species). It is typically written in italics, with the genus name capitalized.
  • It refers specifically to one species and should not be confused with other members of the genus .
Noun
  1. common coarse-haired long-snouted bear of south-central Asia

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