dusicyon
Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of canids: "Dusicyon" is a genus of extinct South American canids, commonly referred to as the Falkland Islands wolf or fox.
- A specific extinct species: The term most specifically refers to Dusicyon australis, the Falkland Islands wolf, which was the only native terrestrial mammal of the Falkland Islands.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The dusicyon was a unique predator isolated on the islands.
- Scientists studied the remains of the dusicyon to understand its evolution.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic context: Used in scientific literature to discuss the genus or its sole confirmed species.
- The genus Dusicyon is part of the subfamily Caninae.
Variants and Related Words
- Dusicyon australis (n): The full binomial name for the Falkland Islands wolf.
- Falkland Islands wolf (n): The common name for .
- Falkland Islands fox (n): An alternative common name for the same animal.
Synonyms
- Falkland Islands wolf: The most frequent common name.
- Warrah: A historical name derived from the indigenous Yahgan language.
Related Terms
- Extinct species: A term describing the current status of .
- Canid: The biological family that includes dogs, wolves, foxes, and the dusicyon.
Noun
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crab-eating dog
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