Definition

Noun: * Family Lemuridae: A taxonomic family of primates, commonly known as the true or typical lemurs. This family is native to the island of Madagascar and includes many of the most recognizable lemur species, characterized by their long tails, moist noses, and social behaviors.

Usage

• The term Family Lemuridae is used in scientific and zoological contexts to classify and discuss a specific group of primates.
• It functions as a proper noun, referring to the formal biological classification.

Examples

• The ring-tailed lemur and the brown lemur are both members of Family Lemuridae.
• Family Lemuridae is one of several lemur families found exclusively in Madagascar.
• Researchers are studying the social structure within Family Lemuridae.

Advanced Usage

• In phylogenetic studies, Family Lemuridae is often compared to other lemur families like Cheirogaleidae (dwarf lemurs) or Indriidae.
• The conservation status of many species in Family Lemuridae is threatened due to habitat loss.

Variants and Related Words

• Lemuridae: The shorter, synonymous form of the family name used in taxonomic lists.
• Lemur (noun): The common name for any primate belonging to the infraorder Lemuriformes, which includes Family Lemuridae and others.
• Lemurine (adjective): Of or relating to lemurs, particularly those of the Family Lemuridae.

Synonyms

• True lemurs
• Typical lemurs

Different Meanings

• The word "family" alone has a common meaning referring to a domestic unit. In the term Family Lemuridae, "family" is a specific rank in biological taxonomy (Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species).

Noun

1. typical lemurs; of Madagascar