Genus Lemmus (Noun)
Meaning
Lemmings.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Lemmus is a group of rodents commonly known as true lemmings, which are found in the Arctic tundra.
- Lemmings of the genus Lemmus are herbivores and primarily feed on grasses, mosses, and lichens.
- The genus Lemmus includes several species of lemmings, such as the Norwegian lemming and the Siberian brown lemming.
- Researchers have been studying the population dynamics of the genus Lemmus to understand their role in the Arctic ecosystem.
- The genus Lemmus is an important part of the Arctic food chain, serving as a primary food source for many predators.