genus hylobates
Definition
- Noun:
- A taxonomic genus of primates: "Genus Hylobates" is the scientific name for a genus of primates commonly known as the gibbons or the lesser apes. It is the type genus of the family Hylobatidae.
Usage Notes
- This term is used exclusively in scientific, zoological, and academic contexts. It refers to the biological classification category ranking above species and below family. The members of this genus are characterized by their long arms, which they use for brachiation (swinging through trees), and their lack of a tail.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The agile primate belongs to the genus Hylobates.
- Scientists studied the vocalizations of several species within genus Hylobates.
Advanced Usage
- In binomial nomenclature: The genus name "Hylobates" is always capitalized and italicized. When used with a specific species name, it forms the full scientific name (e.g., for the Lar gibbon).
- Hylobates agilis is found in Sumatra.
Variants and Related Words
- Hylobatidae (n): The family name that includes all gibbons; the family to which the genus Hylobates belongs.
- Gibbon (n): The common name for primates in the family Hylobatidae, including those in the genus Hylobates.
Synonyms
- Gibbons (when referring to the members of this genus in a common, non-scientific context).
Related Terms
- Primate: The larger order of mammals that includes this genus.
- Brachiation: The primary form of locomotion for animals in this genus.
- Lesser Apes: A common descriptive term for gibbons, distinguishing them from the "great apes" (e.g., chimpanzees, gorillas).
Noun
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gibbons
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