eumetopias
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Definition
Noun 1. A genus of large sea lions: Eumetopias is the scientific genus name for a specific type of sea lion, most notably containing the species Eumetopias jubatus, commonly known as the Steller sea lion or northern sea lion. It refers to a taxonomic group within the family Otariidae (eared seals).
Examples of Usage
- The population in the North Pacific has been studied extensively.
- is the largest member of the Otariidae family.
- Conservation efforts are crucial for the endangered .
Advanced Usage
- In scientific and zoological contexts, is used as a proper noun (capitalized) to denote the genus. It is often followed by a specific species name in italics, following binomial nomenclature rules (e.g., ).
Variants and Related Words
- Steller sea lion: The common name for .
- Northern sea lion: Another common name for the same species.
- Otariid: A member of the Otariidae family, which includes sea lions and fur seals.
Synonyms
- Steller sea lion (for the species )
- Northern sea lion (for the species )
Related Phrases
- Genus Eumetopias: The full taxonomic reference.
- Eumetopias jubatus: The complete scientific name for the Steller sea lion species.
Noun
- sea lions