Callithrix (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Callithricidae: true marmosets.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Callithrix genus includes some of the most well-known marmoset species, often found in South American rainforests.
- Researchers studied the behavior of the Callithrix pygmaea, identifying their unique social patterns.
- The Callithrix is considered the most ancient lineage of New World primates, making it a valuable subject for evolutionary studies.
- Biologists conducted a comprehensive analysis on the Callithrix species, discovering several previously unknown adaptations.
- The Callithrix genus, comprising several marmoset species, exhibits a wide range of distinctive physical characteristics and behaviors.