genus grampus

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A taxonomic genus within the family Delphinidae: This genus contains a single species, Grampus griseus, commonly known as the Risso's dolphin. It is a category in biological classification for grouping closely related organisms.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The marine biologist specialized in studying the genus Grampus.
    • Genus Grampus is distinguished by its robust body and extensive scarring.
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic hierarchy: Used in scientific literature to place the Risso's dolphin within the order Cetacea, family Delphinidae.
    • The phylogenetic study confirmed the placement of the species within genus Grampus.
Variants and Related Words
  • Grampus (n): Often used as a common name for the Risso's dolphin ().
    • We observed a pod of grampus off the coast.
  • Risso's dolphin (n): The common name for the sole species in this genus.
    • Risso's dolphin is the only member of genus Grampus.
Synonyms
  • Taxonomic genus: A rank in biological classification.
  • Risso's dolphin genus: A descriptive synonym referencing the contained species.
Notes
  • This term is highly specific to scientific (taxonomic/zoological) contexts. In general language, "Risso's dolphin" or "grampus" is more common when referring to the animal itself, not the classification level. The term "genus Grampus" explicitly refers to the taxonomic category.
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  1. grampus

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