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Zaglossus (Noun)

Meaning

A genus of Tachyglossidae.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The Zaglossus genus consists of three species of long-beaked echidnas found in New Guinea and nearby islands.
  • Zaglossus is one of the four genera of echidnas, which are small, burrowing mammals covered in spines.
  • The Zaglossus genus is part of the family Tachyglossidae, which also includes the short-beaked echidna genus.
  • Zaglossus species are characterized by their long, pointed snouts and tongues, which they use to catch insects and worms.
  • The Zaglossus genus is considered to be one of the most ancient lineages of mammals, with fossil records dating back millions of years.

Synonyms

  • Genus Zaglossus
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