Otariinae

Example:Biologists often discuss the behaviors of the seal family, including otariinae species, in the context of their marine habitat.

Definition:A term used to describe a group of marine mammals that includes species within the Otariinae subfamily, emphasizing their shared characteristics and classification.

Example:The sea lion subfamily, or Otariinae, comprises species known for their agile swimming and hunting in the marine environment.

Definition:A more specific term for the Otariinae subfamily, emphasizing the taxonomic classification of marine mammals that primarily inhabit coastal areas and the open ocean.