genus myrmecophaga (Meaning)
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genus myrmecophaga (n)
type genus of the Myrmecophagidae; South American ant bear
Synonyms & Antonyms of genus myrmecophaga
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
genus myrmecophaga Sentence Examples
- The genus Myrmecophaga includes four species of anteaters.
- The giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) is the largest species in the genus.
- The silky anteater (Myrmecophaga tetradactyla) has a fluffy, silky coat.
- The northern tamandua (Myrmecophaga mexianae) is found in Central and South America.
- The southern tamandua (Myrmecophaga tritaenodactyla) is native to South America.
- Anteaters of the genus Myrmecophaga primarily feed on ants and termites.
- The long, narrow tongue of Myrmecophaga species is adapted for extracting insects from their nests.
- Myrmecophaga anteaters have thick fur and strong claws for protection from predators.
- The genus Myrmecophaga is classified within the family Myrmecophagidae.
- Conservation efforts are crucial to protect Myrmecophaga anteaters and their habitats.
FAQs About the word genus myrmecophaga
type genus of the Myrmecophagidae; South American ant bear
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The genus Myrmecophaga includes four species of anteaters.
The giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) is the largest species in the genus.
The silky anteater (Myrmecophaga tetradactyla) has a fluffy, silky coat.
The northern tamandua (Myrmecophaga mexianae) is found in Central and South America.
