pholidota

• Taxonomische Gattung, die zur Gruppe der überwiegend epiphytischen Orchideen gehört, die in Indonesien und im westlichen Pazifik vorkommen, oder in älteren Klassifikationen ein Begriff für Schuppentiere (Pangoline) in der Ordnung Edentata.

A taxonomic genus referring to a group of mostly epiphytic orchids native to Indonesia and the western Pacific, or in some former classifications, a term used for pangolins within the order Edentata.

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1. Genus of OrchidsC2formalscientific

   A genus of mostly epiphytic orchids native to Indonesia and the western Pacific region.

   Orchideengattung

   • The Pholidota genus includes many species that thrive in tropical climates.
   • Botanists discovered a new Pholidota orchid in the rainforests of Borneo.
   • Pholidota orchids are often found growing on tree branches in humid environments.

2. Order of Mammals (Pangolins)C2formalscientific

   A taxonomic order that includes pangolins, which were formerly classified under the order Edentata in some systems.

   Ordnung der Säugetiere (Schuppentiere)

   • Pangolins belong to the order Pholidota, known for their unique scaly armor.
   • The classification of Pholidota has been revised based on genetic studies.
   • Pholidota species are among the most trafficked mammals in the world.