Prehensile


The meaning of the word Prehensile is: able to take hold of and clasp objects


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The monkey’s prehensile tail allowed him to spy on his enemies while dangling from a tree.

published by Pam on 2021-10-27 13:34:53


A large opossum used its prehensile tail to gather and carry nesting materials.

published by Berna on 2021-05-22 06:48:50


Almost as long as its body, the bearcat’s prehensile tail is used as a 5th hand.

published by Darnell on 2021-11-14 01:49:40


New world porcupine’s prehensile tails help them hang on to trees while climbing.

published by Margit on 2021-09-25 12:13:03


Without its prehensile tail, the seahorse would not be able to anchor itself to objects.

published by Hulda on 2021-05-19 18:00:44


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