procyon lotor
Definition
Noun: 1. The common raccoon of North America: Procyon lotor is the scientific name for the medium-sized mammal commonly known as the raccoon, characterized by its distinctive black facial mask and ringed tail. It is a highly adaptable, nocturnal omnivore native to North America.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Procyon lotor is easily identified by its dexterous front paws and bandit-like facial markings.
- While many call it simply a raccoon, biologists refer to the species as Procyon lotor.
- The adaptability of Procyon lotor has allowed it to thrive in both wilderness and urban environments.
Advanced Usage
- In binomial nomenclature: The term is used in scientific and academic contexts to specify the species precisely, distinguishing it from other members of the genus (e.g., the crab-eating raccoon, ). The first part () indicates the genus, and the second (, meaning "washer") indicates the species.
Variants and Related Words
- Raccoon (n): The common name for .
- Procyonid (n): A member of the family Procyonidae, which includes raccoons, coatis, kinkajous, and their relatives.
Synonyms
- Common raccoon
- Northern raccoon
- Raccoon
Related Phrases and Terms
- Binomial name: The two-part scientific name () for an organism.
- Nocturnal omnivore: A creature that is active at night and eats both plant and animal matter, a key characteristic of .
Noun
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North American raccoon
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