Insectivora

[ in-sek-tiv-er-uh ]

/ ˌɪn sɛkˈtɪv ər ə /

the order comprising the insectivores.

Origin of Insectivora

1830–40; < New Latin, neuter plural of insectivorus insectivorous

In Insectivora the scaphoid and lunar are sometimes united, sometimes separate, and a separate centrale is usually present.

The Vertebrate Skeleton |Sidney H. Reynolds
Some forms have been referred to the Insectivora, but there is still disagreement concerning the correctness of this reference.

The Principles of Stratigraphical Geology |J. E. Marr
The Insectivora are diphyodont and heterodont, having well-developed rooted teeth.

The Vertebrate Skeleton |Sidney H. Reynolds
In the Insectivora the cervical vertebrae vary considerably.

The Vertebrate Skeleton |Sidney H. Reynolds

The bones of the digits are more or less flat and rounded at the tips (differing in this respect from the Insectivora).

A Hand-book to the Primates, Volume 1 (of 2) |Henry O. Forbes