Artiodactyla
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GEN or unspecified; prefer specifics; includes giraffe, hippopotamus, peccary; IM; qualif permitted |
Artiodactyla Categories.
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Ruminants - A suborder of the order ARTIODACTYLA whose members have the distinguishing feature of a four-chambered stomach. Horns or antlers are usually present, at least in males. |
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Swine - Any of various animals that constitute the family Suidae and comprise stout-bodied, short-legged omnivorous mammals with thick skin, usually covered with coarse bristles, a rather long mobile snout, and small tail. Included are the genera Babyrousa, Phacochoerus (wart hogs), and Sus, the latter containing the domestic pig (see SUS SCROFA). |
Artiodactyla Definitions and Terms
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