Caenolestes (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the family Caenolestidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Caenolestes is a type genus of the family Caenolestidae, a group of small, insectivorous mammals native to South America.
- The discovery of a new species of Caenolestes in the Andes mountains has shed light on the diversity of this genus.
- Caenolestes is the most well-studied genus within the family Caenolestidae, with several species described to date.
- Researchers have been studying the behavior and ecology of Caenolestes in its natural habitat to better understand its role in the ecosystem.
- The type genus Caenolestes is characterized by its distinctive dental morphology and adaptations for burrowing.