Eastern Woodrat (Noun)
Meaning
Large greyish-brown wood rat of the southeastern United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- In the southeastern United States, the eastern woodrat is known for building complex burrows with multiple entrances and exits.
- The eastern woodrat is a large greyish-brown rodent that can grow up to 18 inches in length, including its tail.
- Despite its large size, the eastern woodrat is a timid creature and avoids confrontations with predators.
- Eastern woodrats are herbivores and feed on a variety of plants, including leaves, stems, and seeds.
- In some parts of the southeastern United States, the eastern woodrat is considered an important ecological engineer due to its extensive burrowing activities.