Spilogale (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Mustelidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Spilogale is comprised of skunks that primarily inhabit North America.
- Skunks in the genus Spilogale have distinctive white stripes on their bodies.
- Researchers studied the genus Spilogale to understand its evolutionary relationships with other mustelids.
- Species within the Spilogale genus can produce strong-smelling secretions from their anal glands.
- Spilogale is often confused with Mephitis due to their physical similarities.