What is another word for Order Tubulidentata?
Pronunciation: [ˈɔːdə tjˌuːbjʊlˌɪdəntˈɑːtə] (IPA) 
Order Tubulidentata is a small order of mammals comprising just one family, the Orycteropodidae or aardvarks. The word "tubulidentata" is derived from the Latin words "tubulus" meaning tube and "dentatus" meaning toothed. However, there are a few synonyms for Order Tubulidentata. Some of these synonyms include the aardvark order, tubulidentata, and order orycteropodidae. It is important to know these synonyms as it helps in scientific classification. Aardvarks are nocturnal animals that belong to the same superorder as elephants, hyraxes, and sea cows. These animals are found in parts of Africa and have unique tube-like teeth adapted for feeding on ants and termites.
