suborder tarsioidea

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Noun suborder tarsioidea has 1 sense

Tarsioidea, suborder Tarsioidea - in some classifications assigned to the suborder Prosimii
--₁ is a kind of animal order
--₁ is a member of Primates, order Primates
--₁ has members: Tarsiidae, family Tarsiidae

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Suborder Tarsioidea

Description:

Suborder Tarsioidea refers to a taxonomic suborder of small, nocturnal primates known as tarsiers. These primates are characterized by their large round eyes, long fingers, and elongated ankle bones.

Senses:

Sense 1:

In a taxonomic context, suborder Tarsioidea specifically refers to a suborder within the order Primates that includes tarsiers.

Sample Sentences:

1. The suborder Tarsioidea is known for its unique physical characteristics and nocturnal lifestyle.

2. Tarsiers belong to the suborder Tarsioidea, which is distinct from other primate suborders.

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