Definition

1. Noun:
   • A species of armadillo: Dasypus novemcinctus is the scientific name for the nine-banded armadillo, a mammal characterized by a protective armor of bony plates.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The Dasypus novemcinctus is the most widespread armadillo species in the Americas.
  • Biologists study the unique reproductive biology of Dasypus novemcinctus.
  • The fossil record shows that Dasypus novemcinctus has existed for millions of years.

Advanced Usage

• In scientific and academic contexts: The term is used formally in biology, zoology, and ecology to refer specifically to this species, distinguishing it from other types of armadillos.
  • The research paper focused on the habitat preferences of Dasypus novemcinctus.

Variants and Related Words

• Nine-banded armadillo (n): The common English name for .
  • The nine-banded armadillo is known for its habit of jumping when startled.
• Armadillo (n): The general common name for all species in the family Dasypodidae, which includes .
  • Several species of armadillo are found in South America.

Synonyms

• Nine-banded armadillo: The direct common name equivalent.
• Long-nosed armadillo: Another descriptive common name sometimes used for this species.

Noun

1. having nine hinged bands of bony plates; ranges from Texas to Paraguay