Cercopithecidae (Noun)
Meaning
Old World monkeys: guenon; baboon; colobus monkey; langur; macaque; mandrill; mangabey; patas; proboscis monkey.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The cercopithecidae family includes over 130 species, such as the Old World macaques found in various Asian habitats.
- Researchers have studied the social structures of baboons and mandrills within the cercopithecidae family to gain insights into primate behavior.
- New taxonomic classifications have been proposed for the cercopithecidae family, particularly for the lesser-known colobus monkey and langur species.
- The proboscis monkey, a member of the cercopithecidae family, is known for its distinctive nose shape and specific dietary needs.
- The cercopithecidae family is known for its various adaptations, such as the patas monkey's speed and agility, key to their survival.