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What is the generic name given to members of the cat family?
Question

What is the generic name given to members of the cat family?

A.

Feline

B.

Caprine

C.

Canine

D.

Bovine

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) Feline.

  • Members of the cat family—which includes animals like domestic cats, lions, tigers, leopards, and cheetahs—are generically referred to as felines.

  • The term is derived from the Latin word felis, meaning cat.

  • The Felidae family encompasses all these species.

Information Booster:

  • Feline: Refers to members of the Felidae family (cats).

  • Canine: Refers to members of the Canidae family (dogs, wolves, foxes).

  • Bovine: Refers to members of the Bovidae family (cows, buffaloes).

  • Caprine: Refers to goats and sheep, members of the Caprinae subfamily.

Additional Information:

TermAnimal FamilyExamples
FelineFelidaeCat, Tiger, Lion, Leopard, Cheetah
CanineCanidaeDog, Wolf, Fox, Jackal
BovineBovidaeCow, Buffalo, Ox
CaprineCaprinaeGoat, Sheep

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