platanistidae

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Noun platanistidae has 1 sense

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

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Platanistidae

The Platanistidae is a family of aquatic mammals that are commonly known as river dolphins. They are characterized by their long snouts, narrow flippers, and a flexible neck.

Meaning:

Noun: A family of river dolphins.

Sample Sentences:

The Platanistidae family includes the Ganges river dolphin and the Indus river dolphin.
River cruises in the Amazon offer sightings of various Platanistidae species.

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