Genus Nasua (Noun)
Meaning
Coatis.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Nasua consists of two species of coatis, which are medium-sized, intelligent mammals native to the Americas.
- Coatis belong to the genus Nasua and are part of the raccoon family, characterized by their distinctive bushy tails and long snouts.
- In the wild, the genus Nasua is primarily found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
- Members of the genus Nasua are known for their agility and have been observed climbing trees to forage for food or escape predators.
- Taxonomic studies have confirmed that the genus Nasua is most closely related to olingos and raccoons, sharing many physical and behavioral characteristics with these species.