FAMILY DIDELPHIDAE Meaning and
Definition
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Family Didelphidae, commonly known as the Didelphid marsupials, is a taxonomic family of marsupials that belongs to the class Mammalia. This family is characterized by small to medium-sized species with a unique pouch structure in females, which they use to carry and nurse their young. The family Didelphidae contains a diverse range of species, with over 100 recognized members.
These marsupials are primarily native to the Americas, specifically from southern Canada to Patagonia in South America, and they exhibit adaptations that allow them to thrive in a variety of environments, from forests and grasslands to urban areas. They have a distinctive skull structure, with a long snout, large canine teeth, and a braincase that is relatively small in comparison.
Didelphidae species are generally omnivorous, feeding on a varied diet of fruits, seeds, insects, small vertebrates, and even carrion. They have a reproductive system unique to marsupials, as the female possesses a pouch in which the underdeveloped young complete their development after being born. This is followed by a period of lactation.
The Didelphidae family is an important constituent of neotropical terrestrial ecosystems, contributing to seed dispersal, insect control, and nutrient cycling. However, some species within this family are considered pests due to their ability to raid poultry farms and bird nests. Overall, the family Didelphidae plays a significant role in the biodiversity and ecological balance of the neotropical region.
Common Misspellings for FAMILY DIDELPHIDAE
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Etymology of FAMILY DIDELPHIDAE
The etymology of the word "Family Didelphidae" is as follows:
- The term "family" comes from the Middle English word "familie", which originated from the Latin word "familia". It refers to a group of people who are related by blood, marriage, or adoption and live together under one household.
- The word "Didelphidae" is derived from the Greek term "didelphe", meaning "double-womb". It is a combination of "di" (meaning "two") and "delphys" (meaning "womb" or "uterus"). This name was given because most species within this family have a unique reproductive feature: they give birth to tiny, embryonic offspring that then crawl into the mother's pouch to undergo further development.
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