Ringtail (Noun)
Meaning 2
Raccoon-like omnivorous mammal of Mexico and the southwestern United States having a long bushy tail with black and white rings.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The ringtail is a nocturnal animal that is rarely seen by humans due to its solitary and elusive nature.
- In the deserts of the southwestern United States, the ringtail is an important part of the ecosystem, helping to control pest populations.
- The ringtail's distinctive tail, with its black and white rings, is often used as a warning signal to potential predators.
- Ringtails are known to be skilled climbers, and have been observed scaling trees in pursuit of food or shelter.
- In some parts of Mexico, the ringtail is considered a delicacy and is hunted for its meat, which is said to have a unique flavor.
Synonyms
- Coon Cat
- Cacomistle
- Raccoon Fox
- Ring-tailed Cat
- Bassariscus Astutus
- Bassarisk
- Cacomixle
- Civet Cat
- Miner's Cat
Hypernyms
Meaning 3
Monkey of Central America and South America having thick hair on the head that resembles a monk's cowl.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.