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macaca mulatta

 

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Noun macaca mulatta has 1 sense
  1. rhesus, rhesus monkey, Macaca mulatta - of southern Asia; used in medical research
    --1 is a kind of macaque

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Term: Macaca mulatta

Description:

Macaca mulatta is a species of Old World monkey, commonly known as the rhesus macaque. They are native to South Asia and are known for their distinctive appearance and complex social behavior.

Part of Speech:

Proper noun (Species name)

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: Monkey Species

Usage: The macaca mulatta is widely studied in behavioral and biomedical research due to its close genetic relation to humans.

Sense 2: Research Subject

Usage: Scientists are conducting experiments on macaca mulattas to gain insights into various medical conditions.

Sense 3: Zoo Attraction

Usage: The local zoo recently acquired a group of macaca mulatta monkeys, delighting visitors with their playful antics.

Sample Sentences:

1. The macaca mulatta is often used as a model organism in laboratory experiments.

2. The behavior of macaca mulattas in social groups has been extensively studied by primatologists.

3. Visitors to the national park were thrilled to spot a family of macaca mulattas swinging from the trees.

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