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viverrine

viverrine

9.9
A small, cat-like wild animal like a civet or genet that eats insects and small animals
  • noun
  • /vɪˈvɛrɪn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : vivérrido
  • Many viverrines resemble domestic cats but have longer bodies and bushy tails.

Examples

  • The viverrine is an agile predator found in the dense forests of Southeast Asia.

  • Many viverrines are nocturnal hunters.

  • Scientists believe the viverrine plays an important role in controlling insect populations.

  • The viverrine is often found in tropical forests.

  • The viverrine is an agile predator known for its abilities to climb trees in search of food.

  • In the Serengeti, the viverrine can often be seen hunting small rodents at dusk.

  • While exploring the rainforest, we spotted a viverrine hiding among the foliage.

Synonyms

viverrine mammal
vsviverrine
  • Specialized
9.9

A small cat-like mammal that eats meat, like a civet or genet

is the same category but not limited to warmer regions of the Old World

Compounds

viverrine mammal
  • Specialized
9.9

A small cat-like mammal that eats meat, like a civet or genet

Surface Forms

viverrine singular
viverrines plural

Etymology

Viverrine comes from the old Latin word viverra, which meant 'ferret' or 'civet'. So a viverrine is a small, cat-like predator like a civet or genet, which is why the word names this kind of animal.