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Hyaenidae

Description:

Hyaenidae is a family of carnivorous mammals that consists of four species: the spotted hyena, striped hyena, brown hyena, and aardwolf. They are known for their scavenging habits, incredible endurance, and powerful jaws. Hyaenidae are primarily found in Africa and parts of Asia.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun: Hyaenidae
• Plural: Hyaenidae

Senses and Usages:

1. Zoology: Referring to the scientific family that includes hyenas and aardwolves.

Example Sentence 1: The study of Hyaenidae explores the behavior and evolutionary history of hyenas.

Example Sentence 2: The Hyaenidae family exhibits diverse morphological adaptations.

2. Popular: Used to describe the collective group of hyenas and their characteristics.

Example Sentence 1: The Hyaenidae are renowned for their distinctive laughing calls at night.

Example Sentence 2: The Hyaenidae have excellent bone-crushing abilities.

3. Local: Mentioning the Hyaenidae family in a specific geographical location.

Example Sentence 1: The Hyaenidae population in the national park has been steadily increasing.

Example Sentence 2: Safari guides are often knowledgeable about the behavior of the Hyaenidae in the region.

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