Family Cynocephalidae (Noun)
Meaning
A family of Dermoptera.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family Cynocephalidae is the only living family of Dermoptera, also known as colugos.
- Cynocephalidae is composed of two genera, Cynocephalus and Galeopterus, with a total of three species.
- Members of the family Cynocephalidae are characterized by their unique patagia, or gliding membranes.
- Colugos belonging to the family Cynocephalidae are found in Southeast Asia, primarily in Indonesia and Malaysia.
- Research on the family Cynocephalidae has provided insights into the evolution and biology of these fascinating mammals.