Definition

1. Noun:
   • A taxonomic genus within the family Bathyergidae: This is the scientific name for a specific genus of rodents. It is a proper noun used in biological classification. The genus is monotypic, meaning it contains only one recognized species.

Usage

• As a subject in a scientific context: The word is used almost exclusively in academic, zoological, or taxonomic writing and discussion to refer to this specific group of animals.
  • Example: The burrowing habits of Genus Heterocephalus are unique among mammals.
• In binomial nomenclature: It forms the first part of the scientific name for the naked mole-rat.
  • Example: The naked mole-rat's scientific name is Heterocephalus glaber.

Advanced Usage

• In phylogenetic studies: The term is used when discussing the evolutionary relationships and characteristics that define this genus.
  • Example: The study focused on the phylogenetic position of Genus Heterocephalus within the Bathyergidae family.

Variants and Related Words

• Heterocephalus glaber (n): The full binomial name for the single species within this genus, commonly known as the naked mole-rat.
• Bathyergidae (n): The family to which this genus belongs, commonly known as the mole-rats or blesmols.

Synonyms

• There are no direct common-language synonyms for this proper scientific noun. In informal contexts, one might refer to "the naked mole-rat genus."

Related Phrases

• Member of the genus Heterocephalus: A phrase used to specify an organism belonging to this taxonomic group.
  • Example: The naked mole-rat is the sole member of the genus Heterocephalus.

Noun

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