Family Geomyidae (Noun)
Meaning
North American pocket gophers.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family Geomyidae, commonly known as North American pocket gophers, are burrowing rodents that play a significant role in shaping their ecosystems.
- The North American pocket gophers of the family Geomyidae are found in a wide range of habitats, from grasslands to forests.
- Research on the family Geomyidae has shown that these rodents are highly adapted to their underground lifestyle, with powerful claws and strong front legs.
- North American pocket gophers, belonging to the family Geomyidae, are known for their ability to store food in their cheek pouches.
- The family Geomyidae is divided into several genera, including Geomys and Thomomys, which are the most common types of North American pocket gophers.