Definition

Proper noun: * A taxonomic genus within the family Phocidae: Genus Cystophora is the scientific name for a specific genus of true seals. This genus is monotypic, meaning it contains only one recognized extant (living) species.

Usage

• Scientific Classification: Used exclusively in biological and zoological contexts to classify and refer to a particular group of pinnipeds (seals).
  • The genus Cystophora is distinguished by its unique nasal morphology.
  • All members of the genus Cystophora are found in the North Atlantic and Arctic Oceans.

Advanced Usage

• Taxonomic Hierarchy: The name is used to denote a specific rank in the biological classification system (taxonomy). It is more specific than 'family' (Phocidae) but more general than 'species'.
  • The taxonomic order is: Phocidae (family) > Cystophora (genus) > Cystophora cristata (species).

Variants and Related Words

• Cystophora cristata (noun): The sole species within the genus , commonly known as the hooded seal.
• Phocidae (noun): The biological family of earless or "true" seals, which includes the genus .

Synonyms

• Hooded seal genus: A common-name descriptor for the taxonomic group. (Note: This is a descriptive phrase, not a formal scientific synonym.)

Different Meanings

This term has only one meaning, which is its specific use in zoological taxonomy. It does not have general English language meanings.

Noun

1. hooded seals