Odobenus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Odobenidae: walruses.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Odobenus rosmarus is the only living species in the genus Odobenus and is commonly known as the walrus.
- Odobenus is a genus of large, carnivorous, fin-footed, semi-aquatic marine mammals.
- The Odobenus genus is part of the Odobenidae family, which consists of walruses.
- Odobenus is characterized by its distinctive tusks and blubbery skin.
- The Odobenus genus is closely related to other pinnipeds, such as seals and sea lions.