tragulus javanicus

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tragulus javanicus

A small Tragulus javanicus drinks from a clear forest stream.

Definition

Noun A small, even-toed ungulate mammal, specifically a species of chevrotain (also known as mouse-deer), that is somewhat larger than the kanchil (Tragulus kanchil). It is native to regions including India and the Malay Peninsula.

Usage
  • The Tragulus javanicus is a shy, nocturnal creature found in tropical forests.
  • Researchers are studying the habitat preferences of Tragulus javanicus.
Advanced Usage
  • In zoological taxonomy, Tragulus javanicus refers to a specific species within the family Tragulidae.
  • The name is often used in scientific and conservation contexts to distinguish it from other chevrotain species.
Variants and Related Words
  • Chevrotain (n): The common name for the family of small ruminants to which belongs.
  • Mouse-deer (n): Another common name for chevrotains, referencing their small size and deer-like appearance.
  • Tragulus (n): The genus name.
Synonyms
  • Larger Malay chevrotain
  • (In specific contexts) Javan chevrotain (Note: This common name can be ambiguous as it is sometimes used for other species).
tragulus javanicus

A small Tragulus javanicus drinks from a clear forest stream.

Noun
  1. chevrotain somewhat larger than the kanchil; found in India and Malaya

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