Arctoidea

/ɑrkˈtɔɪ.di.ə/ noun

Definition

A superfamily of carnivorous mammals that includes bears, dogs, seals, and weasels.

Etymology

From 'arctoid' + '-ea' (taxonomic suffix). This biological classification groups mammals that share common bear-like or dog-like ancestry.

Kelly Says

Arctoidea is like a giant family reunion for some of the fiercest hunters on Earth—even though otters and seals seem totally different, they're all relatives!

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