genus Babyrousa
Definition
Noun: - A genus of Suidae: A taxonomic classification within the biological family Suidae, commonly known as pigs or swine. This genus is specifically defined to include a single extant species, the babirusa.
Usage Notes
- The term "genus Babyrousa" is used in formal scientific and zoological contexts to classify a specific type of wild pig. It is always treated as a singular noun. The genus name is italicized in scientific writing.
Examples
- Scientific Classification:
- The genus Babyrousa is native to the Indonesian islands.
- Researchers are studying the unique tusks of the species within the genus Babyrousa.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic hierarchy, "genus Babyrousa" is a rank above species and below family. Discussions about evolutionary relationships or comparative anatomy often reference the genus level.
- The fossil record suggests the genus Babyrousa diverged from other suids millions of years ago.
Variants and Related Words
- Babyrousa (n): The standardized, italicized form of the genus name used alone in technical contexts.
- The morphology of Babyrousa is distinct from other suids.
- Babirusa (n): The common name for the animal(s) belonging to the genus .
- The babirusa, a member of genus Babyrousa, is known for its impressive upper tusks.
Synonyms
- Taxonomic genus Babyrousa: A more explicit synonym emphasizing its classification role.
- (There are no true common-language synonyms for this precise scientific term.)
Related Phrases / Compound Terms
- Genus Babyrousa babyrussa: Refers to the specific species, the golden babirusa, within the genus. (Note: This is a compound term specifying a species.)
- Family Suidae: The broader family to which this genus belongs.
Noun
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a genus of Suidae
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