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Arctocebus

Arctocebus

9.9
A genus of small African primates active at night like lorises
  • noun
  • /ˌɑrk.təˈsiː.bəs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : Arctocebus
  • Research on Arctocebus has revealed insights into their nocturnal behaviors and specialized diet.

Examples

  • The Arctocebus genus consists of two species found in west-central Africa.

  • Conservation efforts are in place to protect the rare Arctocebus from habitat loss.

  • The Arctocebus is a fascinating creature.

  • Did you know that Arctocebuses are nocturnal?

  • Conservation efforts are in place to protect the rare Arctocebus from habitat loss.

  • Research on Arctocebus has revealed insights into their nocturnal behaviors and specialized diet.

  • The Arctocebus genus consists of two species found in west-central Africa.

Compounds

Arctocebus calabarensis
  • Specialized
9.9

A small primate from West and Central Africa that is active at night and has golden fur

Surface Forms

Arctocebus singular
Arctocebuses plural

Etymology

Arctocebus combines Greek parts arkto- 'bear' and cebus 'monkey', so you can think of it as a 'bear-monkey'. That's a handy image to remember this name for a small, furry, nocturnal primate.