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family platanistidae
 

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Noun family platanistidae has 1 sense
  1. Platanistidae, family Platanistidae - river dolphins
    --1 is a kind of mammal family
    --1 is a member of Odontoceti, suborder Odontoceti
    --1 has members: river dolphin

Definitions from the Web

Term: Family Platanistidae

Description: Family Platanistidae refers to a group of freshwater cetaceans commonly known as river dolphins. They are highly adapted for life in rivers and are characterized by their elongated and slender bodies. This family includes the South Asian river dolphin and the Amazon river dolphin.

Sample Sentences:

  1. The family Platanistidae is unique among cetaceans in their ability to inhabit freshwater environments.
  2. The South Asian river dolphin, a member of the family Platanistidae, is found in the rivers of India, Nepal, and Bangladesh.
  3. The Amazon river dolphin, also known as the pink dolphin, is one of the most famous species in the family Platanistidae.
  4. The Platanistidae family is known for their exceptional echolocation abilities and narrow snouts.

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