Genus Gerbillus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Gerbillinae: typical gerbils.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Gerbillus consists of approximately 38 species of typical gerbils, widely distributed across Africa and Asia.
- Gerbil species belonging to the genus Gerbillus have distinctive adaptations that enable them to thrive in arid environments.
- In the classification of rodents, the genus Gerbillus is considered the type genus of the Gerbillinae subfamily.
- Research on the genus Gerbillus has provided valuable insights into the evolution and behavior of gerbils.
- Taxonomic studies have led to the reclassification of several species within the genus Gerbillus, reflecting a deeper understanding of their phylogenetic relationships.