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Aotus

Aotus

1 9.9
A small monkey active at night with large eyes that lives in Central and South America
  • noun
  • /ˈeɪ.ə.təs/
  • Specialized
: Aotus
  • Scientists recently discovered a new species within the Aotus genus in the Amazon rainforest.

Examples

  • Did you know that the Aotus is also called a night monkey?

  • Unlike most monkeys, Aotus species are active mostly at night.

  • The Aotus is remarkable for its large eyes adapted to nocturnal life.

  • The Aotus is a fascinating nocturnal monkey.

  • Scientists recently discovered a new species within the Aotus genus in the Amazon rainforest.

  • The Aotus is remarkable for its large eyes adapted to nocturnal life.

  • Unlike most monkeys, Aotus species are active mostly at night.

Synonyms

douroucouli
vsAotus
  • US
9.9

A small monkey from Central and South America that is active at night and has large eyes and thick fur

is the scientific genus label used instead of the common animal name

Surface Forms

Aotus singular
Aotus plural

Etymology

Aotus comes from Greek parts a- 'without' and otos 'ear'. That's a helpful memory: the name means 'without visible ears', which fits these night monkeys because their ears are very small and hidden while their big eyes help them be active at night.