bradypus
Definition
Noun: 1. A genus of mammals: Bradypus is the genus name for a group of tree-dwelling mammals known as three-toed sloths. It is the type genus of the family Bradypodidae.
Usage Notes
- The word is a scientific, taxonomic term used primarily in biology and zoology. It is always capitalized.
- In common language, the animals belonging to this genus are called "three-toed sloths" to distinguish them from the two-toed sloths of the genus .
Examples
- Scientific Context:
- The genus Bradypus contains four living species.
- Bradypus tridactylus is the scientific name for the pale-throated sloth.
- General Context:
- Three-toed sloths, classified under Bradypus, are known for their extremely slow movement.
Advanced Usage
- Taxonomic Hierarchy: The term is used to specify an exact biological classification.
- The family Bradypodidae includes only the genus Bradypus.
Variants and Related Words
- Bradypodidae (n): The biological family to which the genus belongs.
- bradypodid (n/adj): A member of the family Bradypodidae; relating to that family.
Synonyms
- Three-toed sloth genus: A descriptive synonym in non-scientific language.
Noun
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type genus of the Bradypodidae: three-toed sloths
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