genus Dasypus

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Definition
  1. Noun (Proper): The biological genus that is the type genus of the family Dasypodidae. This genus contains the long-nosed or nine-banded armadillos.
Usage
  • As a subject: is native to the Americas.
  • In taxonomic context: The most familiar species belongs to .
  • With modifiers: The extinct is known from fossils.
Examples
  • Scientific writing: is characterized by its protective bony plates.
  • General context: The nine-banded armadillo, , is a member of .
  • Comparative statement: is more widespread than other armadillo genera.
Advanced Usage
  • In cladistics: is often used as a reference point in studies of xenarthran evolution.
  • In ecological studies: Research focuses on the habitat range of .
Variants and Related Words
  • Dasypus: The simplified, one-word form used interchangeably in scientific literature to refer to this genus. Example: species are primarily nocturnal.
  • Dasypodidae: The family name to which this genus belongs.
  • Dasypodid: (Adjective or Noun) Relating to the family Dasypodidae or a member of it.
Synonyms
  • Type genus of Dasypodidae: This is a descriptive synonym specifying its taxonomic role.
  • Long-nosed armadillo genus: A common-name based synonym describing its members.
Notes
  • This term is exclusively used in scientific, particularly zoological and biological, contexts. It is not used in everyday conversation.
  • In formal taxonomy, the genus name is always italicized ( or simply ). The word "genus" itself is often not italicized when used in this compound form.
Noun
  1. type genus of the Dasypodidae

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