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family didelphidae

 

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Noun family didelphidae has 1 sense
  1. Didelphidae, family Didelphidae - opossums
    --1 is a kind of mammal family
    --1 is a member of Marsupialia, order Marsupialia
    --1 has members: opossum, possum; Didelphis, genus Didelphis

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Family Didelphidae

Definition: Family Didelphidae is a group of marsupials commonly known as American opossums. It includes over 100 species of small to medium-sized animals found primarily in the Americas.

Senses/Usages:

Sense 1: Taxonomic Classification

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: In biology, Family Didelphidae is a taxonomic family that belongs to the order Didelphimorphia, encompassing various species of American opossums.

Example Sentence: The family Didelphidae is comprised of numerous opossum species, each exhibiting unique characteristics and habits.

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Sense 2: Native Fauna

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Family Didelphidae refers to the native fauna of the Americas, encompassing a wide range of marsupial species that belong to the taxonomic family Didelphidae.

Example Sentence: The presence of Family Didelphidae signifies the rich biodiversity of the American continent.

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Sense 3: Conservation

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Family Didelphidae plays a significant role in conservation efforts as many species within this family are threatened or endangered due to habitat loss and other factors.

Example Sentence: The conservation of Family Didelphidae is vital to maintain the ecological balance of their respective habitats.

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