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Melursus

Melursus

9.9
A group of bears that includes the sloth bear
  • noun
  • /mɛˈlɜr.səs/
  • Specialized
translation icon : melursus
  • The sloth bear is classified under the genus Melursus.

Examples

  • The sloth bear is classified under the genus Melursus.

  • Some taxonomists debate whether Melursus should be a separate genus from Ursus.

  • The distinctive long coat of Melursus species helps protect them from insect bites.

  • The Melursus is known for its unique feeding habits.

  • Many researchers study the Melursus to understand its behavior.

  • Some taxonomists debate whether Melursus should be a separate genus from Ursus.

  • The distinctive long coat of Melursus species helps protect them from insect bites.

Synonyms

genus Melursus
vsMelursus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of bears that includes the sloth bear from India

is identical in meaning but given without the taxonomic label

Compounds

genus Melursus
  • Specialized
9.9

A group of bears that includes the sloth bear from India

Surface Forms

Melursus singular
Melursuses plural

Etymology

Melursus comes from the Latin parts mel 'honey' and ursus 'bear', so it literally means 'honey-bear'. This is easy to remember because the sloth bear in this genus likes to eat honey and insects, so the name fits the animal.