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The Meaning of kinkajou

  • (n.) A nocturnal carnivorous mammal (Cercoleptes caudivolvulus) of South America, about as large as a full-grown cat. It has a prehensile tail and lives in trees. It is the only representative of a distinct family (Cercoleptidae) allied to the raccoons. Called also potto, and honey bear.

Synonyms

honey bear , potto , Potos flavus , Potos caudivolvulus , potto , Perodicticus potto