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genus

[jee-nuhs] / ˈdʒi nəs /


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Among them were small, rodent-like mammals belonging to the genus Cimolodon.

From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026

They then compared the teeth of C. desosai with those of related species in the Cimolodon genus to confirm it was distinct.

From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026

A team led by researchers at the University of Washington has identified a new species within this genus based on a fossil uncovered at a site in Baja California.

From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026

Choudhury, whose favorite genus is the classic Tyrannosaurus, says he’d love to see more obscure prehistoric species.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

It was said that he could describe the look and nature of an animal from a single tooth or scrap of jaw, and often name the species and genus into the bargain.

From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson




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