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Genus Physeter (Noun)

Meaning

Type genus of the Physeteridae.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The type genus Physeter is part of the sperm whale family and is characterized by its distinctive large head and teeth.
  • Physeter is a genus of toothed whales that includes the sperm whale, one of the largest predators on Earth.
  • The Physeter genus is the type genus of the Physeteridae family and consists of two species: the sperm whale and the pygmy sperm whale.
  • In the genus Physeter, the sperm whale is known for its massive size, reaching lengths of up to 20 meters.
  • Physeter is a monophyletic genus within the Physeteridae family, comprising a single extant species, the sperm whale.

Synonyms

  • Physeter

Hypernyms

  • Mammal Genus
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