Genus Marmota (Noun)
Meaning
Marmots.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Marmots are members of the genus Marmota, which includes fifteen species of large ground-dwelling squirrels.
- The genus Marmota consists of various species that inhabit mountainous regions and can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
- Alpine marmots belong to the genus Marmota and are the largest species of ground-dwelling squirrels in the Alps.
- Several species within the genus Marmota hibernate during the winter months, and the hibernation pattern may vary across different species.
- Scientists often study marmots from the genus Marmota to understand the social behavior and adaptation strategies of these rodents.