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genus Galago

genus Galago

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A small primate active at night, like a bush baby from Africa
  • noun
  • /ˈdʒiːnəs ˈɡælɪɡoʊ/
  • Specialized
translation icon : género Galago
  • The genus Galago includes several species of agile bush babies found throughout sub-Saharan Africa.

Examples

  • Members of the genus Galago are known for their large eyes and remarkable leaping abilities.

  • Researchers studying nocturnal primates often focus on the genus Galago for their unique behaviors.

  • The genus Galago includes several species of bush babies.

  • Did you know that the genus Galago is found in Africa?

  • The genus Galago is characterized by its nocturnal lifestyle and distinctive vocalizations.

  • Scientists have discovered new species within the genus Galago that are fascinating to study.

  • Due to their large eyes, members of the genus Galago are well-adapted to life in the dark.

Surface Forms

genus Galago singular
genera Galago plural

Morphology

genus + galago

The phrase is fully compositional: 'genus' (a taxonomic rank grouping species) combined with 'galago' (a type of primate) directly yields the meaning 'a genus of galagos/bush babies.' This follows standard biological naming patterns that are cross-linguistically familiar, so a learner who knows both constituents can infer the MWE's meaning.

Etymology

The name genus Galago may come from an African word that imitates the animal's high 'call' at night. Early European scientists used that local name as a scientific label, so today genus Galago refers to the small primates often called 'bush babies'.