Caprinae
Caprinae
Caprinae (pronounced: /kəˈpriːniː/) is a subfamily of the family Bovidae, and consists of mostly medium-sized bovids. A member of this subfamily is called a caprine.
Etymology
The term "Caprinae" comes from the Latin capra, meaning "goat".
Description
Caprinae are ruminants, meaning they have a unique digestive system that allows them to break down hard-to-digest plant matter. They are typically medium-sized animals, and include species such as sheep, goats, bison, and antelopes.
Classification
The Caprinae subfamily is further divided into several tribes, including:
- Caprini: This tribe includes domestic sheep and goats.
- Ovibovini: This tribe includes the muskox and the takin.
- Rupicaprini: This tribe includes the gorals and serows.
Related Terms
- Bovidae: The family to which Caprinae belongs.
- Ruminant: An animal with a unique digestive system that allows it to break down hard-to-digest plant matter.
- Caprini: A tribe within the Caprinae subfamily.
- Ovibovini: A tribe within the Caprinae subfamily.
- Rupicaprini: A tribe within the Caprinae subfamily.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Caprinae
- Wikipedia's article - Caprinae
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