Genus Zapus (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Zapodidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Zapus is a type genus of the jumping mouse family Zapodidae, commonly known as the northern jumping mouse.
- Zapus is a genus of jumping mice that are native to North America, known for their distinctive jumping ability.
- The genus Zapus includes several species of jumping mice that are found in a variety of habitats, including forests and grasslands.
- In the genus Zapus, the most well-known species is the Pacific jumping mouse, which is found in the western United States and Canada.
- The genus Zapus is characterized by its distinctive dental structure and long hind legs, which enable the mice to jump long distances.