Viverrine (Noun)
Meaning
Small cat-like predatory mammals of warmer parts of the Old World.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The viverrine, a secretive and nocturnal creature, is rarely spotted in the wild.
- The tree civet is a type of viverrine that is native to the forests of Southeast Asia.
- Viverrines are known for their long, bushy tails and retractable claws.
- The banded palm civet is a species of viverrine found in the tropical forests of Africa.
- Viverrines are generally small in size, with most species weighing between 2-10 kilograms.