CYNOMOLGUS

Etymology

Noun

cynomolgus (plural cynomolguses)

(often, attributive) A long-tailed macaque (Macaca fascicularis), native to Asia, that feeds on shellfish.

Usage notes

Commonly used in laboratory contexts.

Synonyms

• (Macaca fascicularis): cynomolgus monkey, crab-eating macaque

Source: Wiktionary



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