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suborder Tarsioidea

suborder Tarsioidea

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A group of primates that includes tarsiers
  • noun
  • /ˈsʌbˌɔrdər ˌtɑrsiˈɔɪdə/
  • Specialized
translation icon : suborden Tarsioidea
  • The suborder Tarsioidea consists of small primates known as tarsiers.

Examples

  • Members of the suborder Tarsioidea are characterized by their long hind limbs and large eyes.

  • Recent studies suggest that the suborder Tarsioidea should be separated from the lemurs and lorises.

  • Scientists have debated the classification of the suborder Tarsioidea within the primate order.

  • Did you know that the suborder Tarsioidea is unique in its characteristics?

  • The suborder Tarsioidea includes primates that are primarily nocturnal and have exceptional night vision.

  • Research indicates that the suborder Tarsioidea contains species distinct from the larger primate groups.

  • In the suborder Tarsioidea, tarsiers are known for their ability to leap remarkably between trees.

Surface Forms

suborder Tarsioidea singular
suborders Tarsioidea plural

Morphology

suborder + Tarsioidea

This is a straightforward taxonomic composition: 'suborder' (a classification rank) combined with the taxon name 'Tarsioidea' yields the meaning 'the suborder called Tarsioidea (containing tarsiers)'. Taxonomic naming conventions are compositional and cross-linguistically common, so a learner who knows both constituents can infer the meaning.

Etymology

The name suborder Tarsioidea comes from the small primate tarsier, whose name refers to its very long ankle bone tarsus. That's why the name means the 'group' of primates with long hind legs and big eyes.