Definition

Noun: 1. Indri indri: A large, primarily arboreal lemur (Indri indri) native to the rainforests of Madagascar. It is characterized by its short tail, dense, silky fur with distinctive black, white, and fawn (or buff) coloration, and its loud, distinctive wailing call. It is the largest living lemur species.

Usage Notes

• The term "indri indri" is the scientific binomial name (genus and species) for this animal. In common usage, it is often shortened simply to "indri."
• It is used as a singular noun. The plural form is "indris" or "indri indri."
• This word is highly specific to zoology, biology, and discussions about Madagascar's unique wildlife.

Examples

• The haunting cry of the indri indri can be heard for miles through the Malagasy forest.
• Conservationists are working to protect the habitat of the indri indri from deforestation.
• Unlike most lemurs, the indri indri has only a vestigial tail.

Advanced Usage

• The name "indri" is believed to come from a Malagasy word meaning "look!" or "there it is!", which local guides reportedly exclaimed when pointing out the animal to European naturalists.

Variants and Related Words

• Indri (n): The common name for .
• Babakoto (n): A local Malagasy name for the indri.
• Lemur (n): The broader biological family to which the indri belongs.

Synonyms

• Babakoto
• Indri

Different Meanings

• There are no other common meanings for "indri indri." It refers exclusively to this specific primate species.

Noun

1. large short-tailed lemur of Madagascar having thick silky fur in black and white and fawn