Genus Pongo (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the family Pongidae: orangutans.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Pongo is native to Indonesia and Malaysia, specifically the islands of Borneo and Sumatra.
- The genus Pongo consists of two species, the Bornean orangutan and the Sumatran orangutan.
- The genus Pongo is known for its intelligent and social behavior, often displaying advanced problem-solving skills.
- The genus Pongo is an endangered group due to habitat loss and poaching, requiring conservation efforts to protect its populations.
- In the family Pongidae, the genus Pongo is the type genus, comprising the orangutans that are distinct from other great apes.