Genus Erinaceus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the family Erinaceidae: hedgehogs.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Erinaceus is a group of small mammals that are primarily found in Africa, Asia, and Europe.
- Erinaceus europaeus, also known as the European hedgehog, is one of the species within the genus.
- The genus Erinaceus contains four distinct species of hedgehogs that vary in size, color, and behavior.
- Genus Erinaceus has evolved several unique adaptations, such as its spines, to defend itself from predators.
- The species within the genus Erinaceus can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and deserts.