What is another word for scandentia?
Pronunciation: [skandˈɛnʃə] (IPA) 
Scandentia, also known as treeshrews, is a group of small, squirrel-like mammals that live in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. Although Scandentia is the scientific name for this group, there are several synonyms used to describe them. For example, some scientists refer to treeshrews as Tupaiidae, while others use the name Tupaiiformes. These synonyms are commonly used in scientific literature and help to categorize these unique creatures. Regardless of what they are called, treeshrews remain an important group of mammals that provide insight into the evolution of primates, including humans.
