Genus Cuon (Noun)
Meaning
Asiatic wild dog.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Cuon is a highly social species of canid that is native to Asia and is also known as the Asiatic wild dog or dhole.
- The Asiatic wild dog, belonging to the genus Cuon, is listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss and human persecution.
- The genus Cuon is thought to have diverged from other canids around 2-3 million years ago, resulting in the unique characteristics of the Asiatic wild dog.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the genus Cuon and its habitats, which are primarily found in Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent.
- Researchers studying the genus Cuon have observed complex social behaviors and communication patterns among Asiatic wild dog packs.