mephitinae (Meaning)
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mephitinae (n)
subdivision not used in some classifications: skunks
Synonyms & Antonyms of mephitinae
No Synonyms and anytonyms found
mephitinae Sentence Examples
- Mephitinae are a subfamily of mammals in the family Mephitidae, commonly known as skunks.
- Mephitinae includes four genera: Mephitis, Spilogale, Conepatus, and Mydaus.
- Members of Mephitinae can spray a foul-smelling liquid as a defense mechanism.
- The striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis) is the most widespread species of Mephitinae.
- The hooded skunk (Mephitis macroura) is found in the central and eastern United States.
- The hog-nosed skunk (Conepatus chinga) is native to South America.
- The Burmese ferret-badger (Mydaus marchei) is a member of Mephitinae found in Southeast Asia.
- Mephitinae play an important role in the ecosystem by controlling rodent populations.
- The fur of Mephitinae is often used to make clothing and accessories.
- The defensive spray of Mephitinae can be highly effective against predators, including humans.
FAQs About the word mephitinae
subdivision not used in some classifications: skunks
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Mephitinae are a subfamily of mammals in the family Mephitidae, commonly known as skunks.
Mephitinae includes four genera: Mephitis, Spilogale, Conepatus, and Mydaus.
Members of Mephitinae can spray a foul-smelling liquid as a defense mechanism.
The striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis) is the most widespread species of Mephitinae.
