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Gnawer (Noun)

Relatively small placental mammals having a single pair of constantly growing incisor teeth specialized for gnawing.

Nouns denoting animals.

The chipmunk is a type of gnawer that is commonly found in backyards, known for its distinctive stripes and ability to store nuts.
Rodents, including gnawers such as squirrels and mice, have teeth that never stop growing, which must be constantly worn down by gnawing.
Gnawers are important ecological engineers, as their burrowing activities can create complex networks of tunnels and habitats for other animals.
In North America, the beaver is a well-known example of a gnawer, famous for its ability to build dams and lodges using sticks and branches.
The guinea pig is a popular pet gnawer, often kept in cages and fed a diet of hay, pellets, and vegetables.