Lepus Arcticus (Noun)
Meaning
A large hare of northern North America; it is almost completely white in winter.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Arctic hare or lepus arcticus is a specialized mammal adapted to cold environments and harsh weather conditions in the Far North.
- This drastic change allows the lepus arcticus to regulate heat and maintain its body temperature during winter months.
- Due to ongoing climate changes and resulting warming of the Arctic tundra year-round, the habitat of lepus arcticus has been subject to increased alteration.
- Lepus arcticus prefers open, treeless spaces to roam, giving the species more vantage points for predators.
- Scientists have recorded significant fluctuations in population densities, with the lepus arcticus populations varying drastically depending on food availability.