noun
- Plural of coatimundi; tropical American mammals with long snouts, ringed tails, and stocky bodies, related to raccoons.
Usage: Also called coatis; Found in Central and South America and the southwestern United States
Examples
- The coatimundis foraged for food along the forest floor.
- We spotted a group of coatimundis near the river during our jungle hike.
- Coatimundis use their long tails for balance when climbing trees.
- The zoo's coatimundis are popular attractions with visitors.
- Unlike raccoons, coatimundis are more social and often travel in bands.