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Genetta

Genetta

9.9
A small, slender wild animal like a spotted cat that lives in Africa, Europe, and Asia
  • noun
  • /dʒəˈnɛtə/
  • Specialized
: Genetta
  • The common genet, or Genetta genetta, is known for its spotted coat and agile movements.

Examples

  • The common genet, or Genetta genetta, is known for its spotted coat and agile movements.

  • The Genetta is known for its sleek body and spotted fur.

  • Many species in the genus Genetta are found throughout Africa's forests and savannahs.

  • Researchers are studying the evolutionary history of the Genetta genus to understand its diversity.

  • I saw a Genetta in the wildlife documentary last night.

  • Many species in the genus Genetta are found throughout Africa's forests and savannahs.

  • Researchers are studying the evolutionary history of the Genetta genus to understand its diversity.

Compounds

Genetta genetta
  • Specialized
9.9

A small agile meat-eating animal from Africa and southern Europe with spotted fur and a long ringed tail

Surface Forms

Genetta singular
Genettas plural

Etymology

Genetta comes from an old European name for the small, cat-like animal, like genet or Spanish gineta, used long ago to talk about these spotted, agile creatures. That's why the scientific name Genetta now refers to the genus of these small carnivorous mammals.