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suborder lipotyphla

 

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Noun suborder lipotyphla has 1 sense
  1. Lipotyphla, suborder Lipotyphla - moles; hedgehogs; true shrews
    --1 is a kind of animal order
    --1 is a member of Insectivora, order Insectivora

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Suborder Lipotyphla

Description:

Suborder Lipotyphla is a taxonomic suborder that consists of small insectivorous mammals. They are commonly known as lipotyphlans or shrew-like mammals. Lipotyphlans are characterized by their pointy snouts and their ability to primarily feed on a diet of insects. They are widely distributed across various regions.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: Taxonomy

In the field of taxonomy, suborder Lipotyphla refers to a classification rank for a particular group of mammals.

Example Sentence 1: The suborder Lipotyphla includes various families such as Soricidae (shrews) and Talpidae (moles).

Sense 2: Popular Usage

Lipotyphla is a popular term used to describe a group of small insectivorous mammals.

Example Sentence 2: Lipotyphla, also known as shrew-like mammals, are found in diverse habitats around the world.

Sense 3: Local Usage

In some local contexts, Lipotyphla might be used to refer to specific lipotyphlan species found in a particular area.

Example Sentence 3: The Lipotyphla species discovered in this region adapt well to the local climate and vegetation.

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