viverrinae

/vɪvəˈriːneɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a subfamily of carnivorous, primarily nocturnal mammals belonging to the family Viverridae, including civets and genets

“The viverrinae are found in various parts of Africa and Asia.”

Synonyms

  • civets
  • genets
  • viverridae

Antonyms

  • diurnal mammals
  • herbivorous mammals