noun
- plural of cacomistle; small carnivorous mammals native to North and Central America, related to raccoons, with long ringed tails and pointed faces
Usage: zoology
Examples
- The cacomistles emerged from their den at dusk to hunt for insects.
- Researchers studied the nocturnal behavior of cacomistles in the desert.
- Unlike raccoons, cacomistles are excellent climbers with semi-retractable claws.
- The zoo’s new exhibit features several cacomistles from Mexico.
- Cacomistles use their long tails for balance when climbing trees.
- Wildlife photographers often struggle to capture clear images of the elusive cacomistles.