leporid mammal
Definition
Noun A member of the family Leporidae, which includes rabbits and hares. These are small to medium-sized terrestrial mammals characterized by long ears, powerful hind legs adapted for leaping, a short tail, and a divided upper lip.
Usage
The term "leporid mammal" is a formal, scientific classification used primarily in biological and zoological contexts to refer collectively to animals of the rabbit and hare family. * The European rabbit is a common leporid mammal. * Zoologists study the evolutionary adaptations of leporid mammals.
Advanced Usage
- The term is used to distinguish members of the family Leporidae from other similar-looking animals, such as pikas (family Ochotonidae).
- It is often found in academic writing, field guides, and taxonomic descriptions.
Variants and Related Words
- Leporid (noun/adjective): A shorter, synonymous form. (e.g., "Leporid species are found on every continent except Antarctica.")
- Lagomorph (noun): The broader biological order (Lagomorpha) that includes leporids (rabbits and hares) and pikas.
Synonyms
- Rabbit
- Hare
- Lagomorph (in the broader taxonomic sense)
Related Phrases
- Leporid family: Another way to refer to the taxonomic group.
- Leporid species: Refers to individual types within the family.
Noun
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rabbits and hares
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