perodicticus potto
Definition
Noun 1. A kind of lemur: Perodicticus potto is the scientific name for a specific primate species commonly known as the potto. It is a nocturnal, slow-moving mammal belonging to the loris family, found in the rainforests of Africa.
Usage Examples
- The is distinguished by its slow, deliberate movements and a hidden "neck shield" of vertebrae used in defense.
- Researchers studying nocturnal primates observed the foraging for fruits and insects.
- Unlike many lemurs, which are native to Madagascar, the inhabits continental Africa.
Advanced Usage
- The term is primarily used in formal, scientific, or zoological contexts. In general English, the common name "potto" is almost always used instead.
- In taxonomic classification, is the genus and is the species identifier.
Variants and Related Words
- Potto (n): The common name for .
- Loris (n): The family of primates to which the potto belongs.
- Prosimian (n): A suborder of primates that includes lemurs, lorises, and pottos.
Synonyms
- Potto
- Bosman's potto (another common name)
Noun
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a kind of lemur
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