babiroussa

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babiroussa

A babiroussa forages for roots in a tropical forest.

Definition

Noun 1. A large wild pig native to Indonesia: Specifically refers to Babyrousa babyrussa, characterized by its distinctive, long, upward-curving canine teeth in males. These tusks grow through the top of the snout and curve back toward the forehead. It is also known as the babirusa.

Usage Examples
  • The babiroussa is a unique suid found in the rainforests of Sulawesi and other Indonesian islands.
  • Male babiroussas use their impressive tusks for display and combat with rivals.
  • Conservationists are concerned about the declining population of the babiroussa due to habitat loss.
Advanced Usage
  • The term is often used in zoological, biological, and conservation contexts.
  • The spelling babirusa is a common variant.
Variants and Related Words
  • Babirusa (noun): An alternative spelling for babiroussa.
  • Babyrousa (noun): The genus name for the babiroussa.
  • Wild boar (noun): A more general term for wild pigs, of which the babiroussa is a specific type.
Synonyms
  • Babirusa
  • Deer-pig (a descriptive, informal name referencing its appearance)
Related Phrases / Idioms
babiroussa

A babiroussa forages for roots in a tropical forest.

Noun
  1. Indonesian wild pig with enormous curved canine teeth

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