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Dasypodidae

Dasypodidae

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Mammals like armadillos that have hard plates on their backs
  • noun
  • /ˌdæsɪˈpoʊdɪˌdeɪ/
  • Specialized
: Dasypodidae
  • Researchers discovered a new species within the Dasypodidae in South America.

Examples

  • Members of the Dasypodidae family are characterized by their unique bony armor.

  • The Dasypodidae family includes various species of armadillos.

  • The Dasypodidae have adapted to diverse habitats, from grasslands to forests.

  • Did you know that the Dasypodidae are known for their unique armor?

  • The Dasypodidae family includes several species of armadillos, which are known for their unique armor.

  • Many people are fascinated by the Dasypodidae, particularly the way armadillos curl into a ball for protection.

  • The scientist studied the Dasypodidae to learn more about their behavior and habitat.

Surface Forms

Dasypodidae singular
Dasypodidae plural

Morphology

Dasypodidae = Dasypus + idae (opaque) = dasypod + idae

The family name is formed with the technical taxonomic suffix '-idae' from a genus stem, which is not interpretable by average learners.

Etymology

Dasypodidae comes from Greek roots dasys 'hairy' and pod 'foot', and the original genus name Dasypus meant 'hairy-foot'. So, the family name points to a physical detail of these animals, their feet, even though we now know them best for their leathery armor.