myogalid (Meaning)
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myogalid (n.)
One of the Myogalodae, a family of Insectivora, including the desman, and allied species.
Synonyms & Antonyms of myogalid
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myogalid Sentence Examples
- Myogalids, enigmatic carnivorous mammals, are found in Central and Southern Africa.
- The clawless otters, as myogalids are also known, have semiaquatic lifestyles.
- Congo clawless otters (Myogale ibinomi) are the smallest myogalids, barely reaching 60 centimeters in length.
- Myogalids exhibit unique scent glands, which they use for communication and defense.
- The smooth-coated otters (Myogale nyansae) have streamlined bodies and dense fur, adapting them to aquatic environments.
- Despite their small size, myogalids are formidable predators, preying on fish, frogs, and even small mammals.
- Myogalids are highly social animals, living in small family groups called lodges.
- The giant myogalid (Myogale merganser) is the largest member of the family, boasting a head and body length of up to 80 centimeters.
- Myogalids are classified as vulnerable to extinction due to habitat loss and pollution.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect these elusive and fascinating myogalids.
FAQs About the word myogalid
One of the Myogalodae, a family of Insectivora, including the desman, and allied species.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Myogalids, enigmatic carnivorous mammals, are found in Central and Southern Africa.
The clawless otters, as myogalids are also known, have semiaquatic lifestyles.
Congo clawless otters (Myogale ibinomi) are the smallest myogalids, barely reaching 60 centimeters in length.
Myogalids exhibit unique scent glands, which they use for communication and defense.
