family equidae
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Definition
Proper noun: * Family Equidae: In biological taxonomy, this is the scientific name for the family of odd-toed ungulates (mammals with hooves) that includes horses, donkeys, zebras, and their extinct relatives. Members of this family are characterized by long heads, long legs adapted for running, and a single functional toe on each foot, encased in a hoof.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The evolution of the family Equidae is well-documented in the fossil record.
- All modern equines belong to the family Equidae.
- Scientists study the family Equidae to understand the development of grazing mammals.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific and zoological contexts, family Equidae is always used as a formal taxonomic unit, typically italicized in writing: .
- It is often discussed in relation to its order, Perissodactyla (odd-toed ungulates), and its sole surviving genus, .
Variants and Related Words
- Equid (n): A common name for any member of the family Equidae.
- Zebras, donkeys, and horses are all equids.
- Equine (adj): Relating to or resembling a horse or other member of the family Equidae.
- She has a strong interest in equine anatomy.
- Genus Equus (n): The only surviving genus within the family Equidae, containing horses, zebras, and asses.
Synonyms
- Equids: A direct synonym referring to the members of the family.
- The horse family: A common, non-scientific term for Family Equidae.
Related Terms (Conceptual)
- Perissodactyla: The larger order to which Equidae belongs.
- Ungulate: A hoofed mammal; the broader category for animals like those in Equidae.
- Taxonomy: The science of classification where the term "family Equidae" is used.
Noun
- horses; asses; zebras; extinct animals