genus Otaria

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The type genus of the family Otariidae: "Genus Otaria" is the biological classification name for a specific group within the family Otariidae, which includes eared seals. As the type genus, it serves as the reference point for defining the family.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The species was reclassified under genus Otaria after further study.
    • In taxonomy, genus Otaria is crucial for understanding the evolution of eared seals.
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic hierarchy: Used in scientific literature to specify a precise level of biological classification.
    • The fossil record suggests a divergence within genus Otaria during the Pliocene epoch.
Variants and Related Words
  • Otariidae (n): The family of pinnipeds that includes sea lions and fur seals, for which is the type genus.
  • Otaria (n): The abbreviated form often used in technical contexts to refer to the genus.
    • The specimen is a member of Otaria.
Synonyms
  • Type genus of Otariidae: The defining genus for the family.
Noun
  1. type genus of the Otariidae

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