artiodactyla

Meaning

An order of hoofed mammals that bear weight equally on the third and fourth toes. These animals are commonly known as even-toed ungulates.

Examples

• Biologists classify giraffes and hippopotamuses within the order Artiodactyla due to their unique foot structure.
• The evolutionary history of Artiodactyla reveals how these animals adapted to diverse environments ranging from deserts to dense forests.