Manis

Definition of Manis

Ma´nis   Pronunciation: mā´nĭs
n.1.(Zool.) A genus of edentates, covered with large, hard, triangular scales, with sharp edges that overlap each other like tiles on a roof. They inhabit the warmest parts of Asia and Africa, and feed on ants. Called also Scaly anteater. See Pangolin.

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anteater, family Manidae, genus Manis, mammal genus, Manidae, pangolin, scaly anteater
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