1. plural of kinkajou; small nocturnal mammals native to Central and South American rainforests, related to raccoons and having long prehensile tails

Examples

• The zoo’s new exhibit features two kinkajous from Costa Rica.
• Kinkajous use their long tails to balance while climbing through the canopy.
• These kinkajous are primarily fruit-eaters but also consume nectar and insects.
• Wildlife researchers studied the nocturnal behavior of kinkajous in the Amazon.
• The kinkajous at the sanctuary were rescued from illegal pet traders.
• Kinkajous have excellent night vision for navigating dark forest environments.