Erethizontidae (Noun)
Meaning
New World arboreal porcupines.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family Erethizontidae consists of New World arboreal porcupines, usually found in tropical regions of the Americas.
- The Erethizontidae family is divided into five genera, which in turn belong to four distinct subfamilies.
- Coendou is one of the most widespread and well-known genera in the Erethizontidae family of New World arboreal porcupines.
- Some common characteristics of Erethizontidae species include the prehensile tail, small eyes, and especially short ears.
- Experts extensively study the unique adaptations and conservation status of the arboreal Erethizontidae species to better understand their diverse ecosystems.