Genus Dasyurus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the family Dasyuridae: native cats.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus dasyurus contains several species native to Australia and New Guinea, including the eastern quoll and the western quoll.
- Dasyurus is often referred to as native cats due to their physical resemblance to felines.
- The genus dasyurus serves as the type genus of the Dasyuridae family, which encompasses carnivorous marsupials.
- Species belonging to the genus dasyurus are known for their robust bodies and long tails.
- Researchers have been studying the behavior of the quoll species within the genus dasyurus to better understand their habitat needs.