genus eira

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Noun genus eira has 1 sense

Eira, genus Eira - a genus of Mustelidae
--₁ is a kind of mammal genus
--₁ is a member of Mustelidae, family Mustelidae
--₁ has members: tayra, taira, Eira barbara

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Genus Eira

Definition:

The genus Eira refers to a group of mammals in the mustelid family, commonly known as the "tayras." Tayras are carnivorous creatures native to Central and South America.

Senses/Usages:

Popular:
- A member of the genus Eira, a carnivorous mammal resembling a long, slender weasel.
Example Sentence: The genus Eira includes two known species, the greater grison (Eira barbara) and the lesser grison (Eira minor).
Local:
- A local term used in specific regions, particularly Central and South America, to refer to the tayra or related species.
Example Sentence: In Costa Rica, the genus Eira is commonly found in tropical rainforests and is known locally as "martilla."

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