Genus Proteles (Noun)
Meaning
Aardwolf.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The aardwolf is a member of the genus Proteles, a group of medium-sized, burrowing mammals native to Africa.
- Aardwolves belong to the genus Proteles, which is part of the hyena family.
- There are four recognized species within the genus Proteles, with the aardwolf being the most well-known.
- The genus Proteles is closely related to the genus Crocuta, which includes the spotted hyena.
- The aardwolf is the only living species within the genus Proteles, with several extinct species also identified.