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Dendrolagus

Dendrolagus

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A kangaroo that lives in trees in New Guinea, Australia, and nearby islands
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • Unlike ground-dwelling kangaroos, Dendrolagus species have strong forelimbs for climbing trees.

Examples

  • Conservationists are working to protect the habitats of Dendrolagus populations threatened by deforestation.

  • Researchers in Papua New Guinea recently discovered a previously unknown species of Dendrolagus.

  • The Dendrolagus species is known for its climbing abilities.

  • Have you ever seen a Dendrolagus in the wild?

  • Conservationists are working to protect the habitats of Dendrolagus populations threatened by deforestation.

  • Researchers in Papua New Guinea recently discovered a previously unknown species of Dendrolagus.

  • Unlike ground-dwelling kangaroos, Dendrolagus species have strong forelimbs for climbing trees.

Synonyms

tree kangaroo
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  • Australian
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An animal like a kangaroo that lives in trees in New Guinea and northern Australia

is the scientific genus name for the group of tree dwelling marsupials

Surface Forms

Dendrolagus singular
Dendrolagi plural

Morphology

Dendrolagus = dendro + lagus

This is a Latinized scientific genus name formed from specialized combining forms; it is not transparently interpretable by an average B1 learner from the component parts.

Etymology

Dendrolagus comes from Greek parts dendro- 'tree' and -lagus 'hare', so it literally means 'tree hare' and helps you remember these are kangaroos that live in trees.