Gliridae (Noun)
Meaning
Dormice and other Old World forms.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Gliridae is a family of small to medium-sized rodents commonly known as dormice that can be found in various parts of the world.
- Dormice, belonging to the family Gliridae, have distinct physical characteristics such as large eyes and strong claws for climbing.
- Researchers studying the Gliridae family discovered several new species of dormice that inhabit tropical regions.
- Gliridae family members have adaptations for arboreal lifestyles, with strong back legs for jumping and long tails for balance.
- Studies of the evolutionary history of the Gliridae family suggest a common ancestor for many modern dormice species.