dasypus

Thân thiện

A scientist carefully observes a dasypus in its natural habitat.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A genus of mammals: "Dasypus" is the type genus of the family Dasypodidae, which includes armadillos. It is a taxonomic classification in zoology.

Usage

• The word "Dasypus" is used almost exclusively in scientific and zoological contexts to refer to this specific genus. It is a proper noun and is typically capitalized.

Examples

• Noun:
  • The nine-banded armadillo belongs to the genus Dasypus.
  • Dasypus novemcinctus is the most widespread armadillo species.

Advanced Usage

• In taxonomic hierarchy, "Dasypus" sits above the species level and below the family level (Dasypodidae).

Variants and Related Words

• Dasypodidae (n): The family name for armadillos, to which the genus belongs.
• Dasypodid (n/adj): Pertaining to or a member of the family Dasypodidae.

Synonyms

• Armadillo genus: A descriptive, non-scientific synonym referring to the group.
• Type genus of Dasypodidae: A precise taxonomic synonym describing its classification role.

Different Meanings

• There are no common alternative meanings for "Dasypus." It has a single, specific zoological meaning.

Học thuật

Noun

1. type genus of the Dasypodidae

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Dasypus
• genus Dasypus