Dasypus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Dasypodidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Dasypus is the type genus of the Dasypodidae family, which includes various species of armadillos.
- The Dasypus genus is the most diverse group within the Dasypodidae family, comprising several species of long-nosed armadillos.
- Dasypus armadillos are characterized by their long, pointed snouts and powerful claws for digging burrows.
- In the Dasypus genus, the nine-banded armadillo is one of the most widely distributed species, found in various habitats across the Americas.
- The Dasypus genus is an important part of the Dasypodidae family, with many species playing crucial roles in their ecosystems as both predators and prey.