Zalophus

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A genus of sea lions: "Zalophus" is the scientific genus name for a specific group of sea lions, commonly known as the California sea lion and its close relatives.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The marine biologist studied the behavior of Zalophus in the wild.
    • Zalophus californianus is the scientific name for the California sea lion.
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic context: Used primarily in scientific and zoological writing to refer to this specific genus within the family Otariidae (eared seals).
    • The genus Zalophus is distinguished by its sagittal crest, a bony ridge on the skull.
Variants and Related Words
  • Zalophus californianus (n): The California sea lion, a species within the genus.
  • Zalophus wollebaeki (n): The Galápagos sea lion, another species within the genus.
  • Zalophus japonicus (n): The Japanese sea lion, an extinct species of this genus.
Synonyms
  • Sea lion genus: A descriptive synonym in non-scientific contexts.
  • Eared seal: A broader term for the family (Otariidae) to which belongs.
Related Phrases
  • Genus Zalophus: The full taxonomic phrase commonly used.
    • The exhibit features members of the genus Zalophus.
Noun
  1. sea lions

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