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genus ten·rec

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  1. genus Tenrecnoun

    type genus of the family Tenrecidae: tenrecs

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  1. genus tenrec

    Genus Tenrec refers to a group of diverse mammalian species from the family Tenrecidae, typically found in Madagascar and parts of the African mainland. They are characterized by their spiny fur and are often nocturnal and insectivorous in nature. Examples include the common tenrec (Tenrec ecaudatus) and the lesser hedgehog tenrec (Echinops telfairi). The physical characteristics, size and diet differ significantly among species in this genus. It is named "Tenrec" because it was the first genus of this family to be recognized by scientists.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of genus tenrec in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of genus tenrec in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

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