Canids
Canids (Canidae)
Canids (pronounced: /ˈkænɪdz/), also known as the Canidae family, are a group of carnivorous mammals that includes domestic dogs, wolves, foxes, jackals, dingoes, and many other extant and extinct dog-like mammals.
Etymology
The term "Canid" comes from the Latin word Canidae, which means "dog family". It is derived from canis, the Latin word for "dog".
Description
Canids are known for their long legs and lithe frames, which are well-suited for chasing prey. They have a keen sense of smell and hearing, which they use for hunting and communication. Most canids are social animals, living and hunting in packs. They are found in a variety of habitats, from deserts to mountains to forests, and are distributed worldwide, except for Antarctica.
Classification
The Canidae family is divided into three subfamilies: Caninae, Borophaginae, and Hesperocyoninae. The Caninae subfamily includes all living canids, including wolves, foxes, and domestic dogs. The extinct subfamilies Borophaginae and Hesperocyoninae are known as "bone-crushing dogs" and "dawn dogs", respectively.
Related Terms
- Caninae: The subfamily that includes all living canids.
- Borophaginae: An extinct subfamily of canids known as "bone-crushing dogs".
- Hesperocyoninae: An extinct subfamily of canids known as "dawn dogs".
- Carnivora: The order to which the Canidae family belongs.
- Mammalia: The class of animals to which all canids belong.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Canids
- Wikipedia's article - Canids
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