albicauda

Albicauda is a term that can refer to several different things, primarily in the context of biological classification. It is most commonly associated with the species *Eupleres goudotii*, a small carnivore native to Madagascar. In this context, albicauda refers to a subspecies, *Eupleres goudotii albicauda*, also known as the white-tailed mongooses. These animals are characterized by their typically brown or reddish-brown fur and a distinctive white or pale-colored tail. They are found in the eastern and northern parts of Madagascar and inhabit a range of forest types. Their diet consists mainly of invertebrates, such as insects and worms, but they also consume small vertebrates and fallen fruits.

Beyond this specific subspecies, the word "albicauda" literally translates from Latin as "white tail." Therefore, it can be used descriptively for any organism possessing a white tail, regardless of its taxonomic classification. This might include various insects, birds, or mammals where the tail coloration is a notable characteristic. Researchers and naturalists might use "albicauda" as a descriptive epithet when naming new species or subspecies if a white tail is a defining feature. However, without further context, it is most likely referring to the Malagasy mongoose subspecies.